Kaliagam - Jeypore, Koraput
Kaliagam is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kaliagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliagam is 429040. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kaliagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliagam
As per Census 2011, Kaliagam village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 462 males and 487 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 462 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 68 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 155 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 266 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 196 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliagam
Kaliagam 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 Kaliagam
Kaliagam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kaliagam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jeypur to Kaliagam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kaliagam is about 31 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 Kaliagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliagam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaliagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliagam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliagam
Where is Kaliagam located?
Kaliagam village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliagam?
Kaliagam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaliagam?
The pincode of Kaliagam is 764002.
What is the population of Kaliagam?
Kaliagam has a total population of 949, including 462 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Kaliagam?
There are 226 households in Kaliagam.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliagam is 49.42%. Male literacy is 57.58% and female literacy is 41.68%.