Kaligadu - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kaligadu is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaligadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaligadu is 417549. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kaligadu 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 Kaligadu
As per Census 2011, Kaligadu village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 274 males and 290 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaligadu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kaligadu
Kaligadu 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 Kaligadu
Kaligadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kaligadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kaligadu is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kaligadu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaligadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaligadu 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 Kaligadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaligadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaligadu
Where is Kaligadu located?
Kaligadu village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaligadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaligadu is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Kaligadu?
The pincode of Kaligadu is 762101.
What is the population of Kaligadu?
Kaligadu has a total population of 564, including 274 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Kaligadu?
There are 123 households in Kaligadu.
What is the literacy rate in Kaligadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaligadu is 57.09%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 46.55%.