Kochilagada - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kochilagada is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kochilagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochilagada is 415922. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kochilagada 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 Kochilagada
According to the 2011 Census, Kochilagada village had a total population of 278 people, including 138 males and 140 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.40%, with male literacy at 96.64% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 115 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 23 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kochilagada
Kochilagada 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 Kochilagada
Kochilagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kochilagada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kochilagada is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kochilagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochilagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kochilagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochilagada 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 Kochilagada
Where is Kochilagada located?
Kochilagada village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochilagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kochilagada is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Kochilagada?
The pincode of Kochilagada is 762010.
What is the population of Kochilagada?
Kochilagada had a total population of 278, including 138 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Kochilagada?
Kochilagada had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kochilagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochilagada was 79.40%. Male literacy was 96.64% and female literacy was 61.40%.