Kaliapani - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Kaliapani is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kanjipani and around 30 km from Kendujhar. Oriyabirida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliapani is 386322. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kaliapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliapani
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliapani village had a total population of 119 people, including 52 males and 67 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.14%, with male literacy at 56.82% and female literacy at 22.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliapani
Kaliapani 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 Kaliapani
Kaliapani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Kaliapani is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kaliapani 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 Kaliapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliapani 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 Kaliapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliapani 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 Kaliapani
Where is Kaliapani located?
Kaliapani village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaliapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliapani is Oriyabirida.
What is the pincode of Kaliapani?
The pincode of Kaliapani is 758085.
What is the population of Kaliapani?
Kaliapani had a total population of 119, including 52 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kaliapani?
Kaliapani had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliapani was 38.14%. Male literacy was 56.82% and female literacy was 22.64%.