Kalimela - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Kalimela is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kalimela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalimela is 430989. The village covers a total geographical area of 1967 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kalimela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalimela
As per Census 2011, Kalimela village has a total population of 8,602 people, consisting of 4,419 males and 4,183 females. The village has 1,969 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,402 literate and 3,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,905 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalimela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,602 | 4,419 | 4,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,157 | 558 | 599 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,882 | 1,985 | 1,897 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,905 | 873 | 1,032 |
| Literate Population | 5,402 | 3,100 | 2,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,200 | 1,319 | 1,881 |
Nearby Villages of Kalimela
Kalimela 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 Kalimela
Kalimela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Kalimela is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalimela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalimela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalimela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalimela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalimela
Where is Kalimela located?
Kalimela village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalimela?
Kalimela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalimela?
The pincode of Kalimela is 764086.
What is the population of Kalimela?
Kalimela has a total population of 8,602, including 4,419 males and 4,183 females.
How many households are there in Kalimela?
There are 1,969 households in Kalimela.
What is the literacy rate in Kalimela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalimela is 62.80%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 55.03%.