Kilakia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kilakia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilakia is 417585. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kilakia 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 Kilakia
As per Census 2011, Kilakia village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 181 males and 173 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 181 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 130 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 51 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kilakia
Kilakia 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 Kilakia
Public transport in the Kilakia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kilakia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kilakia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilakia 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 Kilakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kilakia
Where is Kilakia located?
Kilakia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilakia is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Kilakia?
The pincode of Kilakia is 762101.
What is the population of Kilakia?
Kilakia has a total population of 354, including 181 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kilakia?
There are 110 households in Kilakia.
What is the literacy rate in Kilakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilakia is 60.45%. Male literacy is 71.82% and female literacy is 48.55%.