Kekiringia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kekiringia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dimiriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kekiringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekiringia is 416338. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kekiringia 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 Kekiringia
According to the 2011 Census, Kekiringia village had a total population of 227 people, including 113 males and 114 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.73%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 50.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 74 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 39 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kekiringia
Kekiringia 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 Kekiringia
Kekiringia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kekiringia is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kekiringia is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekiringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekiringia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kekiringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekiringia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kekiringia
Where is Kekiringia located?
Kekiringia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kekiringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekiringia is Dimiriguda.
What is the pincode of Kekiringia?
The pincode of Kekiringia is 762011.
What is the population of Kekiringia?
Kekiringia had a total population of 227, including 113 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kekiringia?
Kekiringia had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kekiringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekiringia was 63.73%. Male literacy was 77.08% and female literacy was 50.52%.