Kaliaatal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Kaliaatal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliaatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliaatal is 429349. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Kaliaatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliaatal
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliaatal village had a total population of 211 people, including 111 males and 100 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.09%, with male literacy at 26.25% and female literacy at 3.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 91 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 21 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 90 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliaatal
Kaliaatal 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 Kaliaatal
Public transport in the Kaliaatal 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kaliaatal is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kaliaatal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliaatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliaatal 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 Kaliaatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliaatal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliaatal
Where is Kaliaatal located?
Kaliaatal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliaatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliaatal is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Kaliaatal?
The pincode of Kaliaatal is 764043.
What is the population of Kaliaatal?
Kaliaatal had a total population of 211, including 111 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Kaliaatal?
Kaliaatal had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliaatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliaatal was 15.09%. Male literacy was 26.25% and female literacy was 3.80%.