Kiar Banka - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Kiar Banka is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Mahakalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiar Banka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiar Banka is 397063. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kiar Banka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiar Banka
As per Census 2011, Kiar Banka village has a total population of 2,756 people, consisting of 1,451 males and 1,305 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,994 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiar Banka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,756 | 1,451 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 186 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 367 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,111 | 883 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 340 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Kiar Banka
Kiar Banka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maha Kala Para | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Sahabaj Pur | North | 1.69 km |
| Chandia Palli | West | 1.77 km |
| Janra | East | 1.81 km |
| Gamha | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Tithi | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Mangalapur | South | 1.98 km |
| Bijayanagar | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Ramakani | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Raigada | East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kiar Banka
Public transport in the Kiar Banka is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kiar Banka is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kiar Banka is about 30 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 Kiar Banka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiar Banka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kiar Banka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiar Banka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kiar Banka
Where is Kiar Banka located?
Kiar Banka village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiar Banka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiar Banka is Mahakalapada.
What is the pincode of Kiar Banka?
The pincode of Kiar Banka is 754224.
What is the population of Kiar Banka?
Kiar Banka has a total population of 2,756, including 1,451 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Kiar Banka?
There are 689 households in Kiar Banka.
What is the literacy rate in Kiar Banka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiar Banka is 72.35%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 67.66%.