Kalisiguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kalisiguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalisiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalisiguda is 417238. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kalisiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalisiguda
As per Census 2011, Kalisiguda village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 99 males and 103 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalisiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 66 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kalisiguda
Kalisiguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalisiguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalisiguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kalisiguda is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalisiguda is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalisiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalisiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalisiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalisiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalisiguda
Where is Kalisiguda located?
Kalisiguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalisiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalisiguda is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Kalisiguda?
The pincode of Kalisiguda is 762105.
What is the population of Kalisiguda?
Kalisiguda has a total population of 202, including 99 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kalisiguda?
There are 42 households in Kalisiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kalisiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalisiguda is 27.23%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 21.36%.