Kailamba - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kailamba is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kailamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailamba is 416455. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kailamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kailamba
According to the 2011 Census, Kailamba village had a total population of 110 people, including 58 males and 52 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kailamba
Kailamba 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 Kailamba
Public transport in the Kailamba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kailamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kailamba is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kailamba is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kailamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailamba 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 Kailamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailamba 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 Kailamba
Where is Kailamba located?
Kailamba village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kailamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kailamba is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Kailamba?
The pincode of Kailamba is 762011.
What is the population of Kailamba?
Kailamba had a total population of 110, including 58 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Kailamba?
Kailamba had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailamba was 71.43%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 53.19%.