Kalungia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kalungia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Sarangagarh and around 100 km from Phulbani. Padangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalungia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalungia is 416154. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kalungia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalungia
As per Census 2011, Kalungia village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 98 males and 88 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalungia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 43 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kalungia
Kalungia 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 Kalungia
Public transport in the Kalungia 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 Kalungia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalungia is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalungia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalungia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalungia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalungia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalungia
Where is Kalungia located?
Kalungia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalungia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalungia is Padangi.
What is the pincode of Kalungia?
The pincode of Kalungia is 762106.
What is the population of Kalungia?
Kalungia has a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kalungia?
There are 50 households in Kalungia.
What is the literacy rate in Kalungia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalungia is 49.46%. Male literacy is 56.12% and female literacy is 42.05%.