Kalari - Nandapur, Koraput
Kalari is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kasandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalari is 429933. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kalari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalari
As per Census 2011, Kalari village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 288 males and 320 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 288 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 108 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 164 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 235 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Kalari
Kalari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Billaput | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Similiput | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Adra | South | 2.00 km |
| Rurichuan | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Dabba | South | 3.19 km |
| Raising | West | 3.59 km |
| Pansaput | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Jhankarguda | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Mangrel | West | 4.61 km |
| Kudasing | South-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalari
Public transport in the Kalari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Kalari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kalari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalari 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 Kalari
Where is Kalari located?
Kalari village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalari is Kasandi.
What is the pincode of Kalari?
The pincode of Kalari is 764037.
What is the population of Kalari?
Kalari has a total population of 608, including 288 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Kalari?
There are 173 households in Kalari.
What is the literacy rate in Kalari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalari is 15.13%. Male literacy is 18.40% and female literacy is 12.19%.