Kaltimendi - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kaltimendi is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaltimendi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaltimendi is 415920. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kaltimendi 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 Kaltimendi
As per Census 2011, Kaltimendi village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 83 males and 90 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaltimendi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 46 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kaltimendi
Kaltimendi 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 Kaltimendi
Public transport in the Kaltimendi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Kaltimendi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kaltimendi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaltimendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaltimendi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaltimendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaltimendi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaltimendi
Where is Kaltimendi located?
Kaltimendi village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaltimendi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaltimendi is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Kaltimendi?
The pincode of Kaltimendi is 762010.
What is the population of Kaltimendi?
Kaltimendi has a total population of 173, including 83 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kaltimendi?
There are 36 households in Kaltimendi.
What is the literacy rate in Kaltimendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaltimendi is 34.10%. Male literacy is 44.58% and female literacy is 24.44%.