Kaliamba - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kaliamba is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliamba is 417641. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kaliamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliamba
As per Census 2011, Kaliamba village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 43 males and 45 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliamba
Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Public transport in the Kaliamba 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 Bhanjanagar to Kaliamba is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kaliamba is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliamba 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliamba
Where is Kaliamba located?
Kaliamba village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliamba is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Kaliamba?
The pincode of Kaliamba is 762021.
What is the population of Kaliamba?
Kaliamba has a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Kaliamba?
There are 19 households in Kaliamba.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliamba is 43.18%. Male literacy is 39.53% and female literacy is 46.67%.