Kialaguda - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kialaguda is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kialaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kialaguda is 416951. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kialaguda 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 Kialaguda
As per Census 2011, Kialaguda village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 67 males and 74 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kialaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 17 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kialaguda
Kialaguda 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 Kialaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kialaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kialaguda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kialaguda is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kialaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kialaguda 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 Kialaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kialaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kialaguda
Where is Kialaguda located?
Kialaguda village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kialaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kialaguda is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Kialaguda?
The pincode of Kialaguda is 762107.
What is the population of Kialaguda?
Kialaguda has a total population of 141, including 67 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Kialaguda?
There are 27 households in Kialaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kialaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kialaguda is 15.60%. Male literacy is 25.37% and female literacy is 6.76%.