Kirami - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kirami is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 105 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pokari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirami is 417135. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Kirami 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 Kirami
According to the 2011 Census, Kirami village had a total population of 229 people, including 108 males and 121 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.55%, with male literacy at 69.14% and female literacy at 35.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 108 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 95 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 52 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kirami
Kirami 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 Kirami
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kirami.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kirami is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kirami is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirami 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 Kirami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirami 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 Kirami
Where is Kirami located?
Kirami village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kirami?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirami is Pokari.
What is the pincode of Kirami?
The pincode of Kirami is 762103.
What is the population of Kirami?
Kirami had a total population of 229, including 108 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kirami?
Kirami had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirami was 50.55%. Male literacy was 69.14% and female literacy was 35.64%.