Khalikota - Bolagad, Khordha
Khalikota is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Badakumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalikota is 407036. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khalikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalikota
According to the 2011 Census, Khalikota village had a total population of 1,006 people, including 529 males and 477 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 78.73% and female literacy at 66.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,006 | 529 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 359 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 170 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Khalikota
Khalikota 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 Khalikota
Khalikota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khalikota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Khalikota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Khalikota is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalikota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalikota 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khalikota
Where is Khalikota located?
Khalikota village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalikota is Badakumari.
What is the pincode of Khalikota?
The pincode of Khalikota is 752066.
What is the population of Khalikota?
Khalikota had a total population of 1,006, including 529 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Khalikota?
Khalikota had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalikota was 72.95%. Male literacy was 78.73% and female literacy was 66.75%.