Kaligadu
Kaligadu is a village located in Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Raikia (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Sugudabadi is the gram panchayat of Kaligadu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaligadu unique in its vibrant Raikia-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Kaligadu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaligadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaligadu is 417549. The village spans a total geographical area of 116 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762101. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Kaligadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Kaligadu
Population of Kaligadu
According to the 2011 Census, Kaligadu has a total population of about 564, with approximately 274 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 263. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.09%, with male literacy at about 68.25% and female literacy near 46.55%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaligadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 274 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 187 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 87 | 155 |
Connectivity of Kaligadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaligadu. As per the 2011 stats, Kaligadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaligadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaligadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaligadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaligadu
- Where is Kaligadu located?
- Kaligadu village is situated in Raikia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaligadu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaligadu is Sugudabadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaligadu?
- The pincode of Kaligadu is 762101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaligadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaligadu is 564, with 274 males and 290 females.
- How many households are there in Kaligadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaligadu village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaligadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaligadu is 57.09%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 46.55%.