Kaliamba - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Kaliamba is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dumbaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliamba is 428398. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaliamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliamba
As per Census 2011, Kaliamba village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 118 males and 111 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 118 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 73 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliamba
Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Kaliamba 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Kaliamba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kaliamba is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Where is Kaliamba located?
Kaliamba village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliamba is Dumbaguda.
What is the pincode of Kaliamba?
The pincode of Kaliamba is 764028.
What is the population of Kaliamba?
Kaliamba has a total population of 229, including 118 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Kaliamba?
There are 56 households in Kaliamba.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliamba is 44.98%. Male literacy is 61.86% and female literacy is 27.03%.