Kalikuti - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kalikuti is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikuti is 416283. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kalikuti 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 Kalikuti
As per Census 2011, Kalikuti village has a total population of 95 people, consisting of 47 males and 48 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikuti
Kalikuti 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 Kalikuti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kalikuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Kalikuti is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalikuti is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikuti 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 Kalikuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikuti 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 Kalikuti
Where is Kalikuti located?
Kalikuti village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikuti is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Kalikuti?
The pincode of Kalikuti is 762011.
What is the population of Kalikuti?
Kalikuti has a total population of 95, including 47 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kalikuti?
There are 19 households in Kalikuti.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikuti is 46.32%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 37.50%.