Kuliakuti - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kuliakuti is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuliakuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuliakuti is 416342. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kuliakuti 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 Kuliakuti
According to the 2011 Census, Kuliakuti village had a total population of 291 people, including 138 males and 153 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.32%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 55.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 291 | 138 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Kuliakuti
Kuliakuti 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 Kuliakuti
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kuliakuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kuliakuti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kuliakuti is about 26 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 Kuliakuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuliakuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuliakuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuliakuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kuliakuti
Where is Kuliakuti located?
Kuliakuti village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuliakuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuliakuti is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Kuliakuti?
The pincode of Kuliakuti is 762011.
What is the population of Kuliakuti?
Kuliakuti had a total population of 291, including 138 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Kuliakuti?
Kuliakuti had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuliakuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuliakuti was 65.32%. Male literacy was 76.52% and female literacy was 55.64%.