Krushnanagar - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Krushnanagar is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Motu and around 78 km from Malkangiri . Lugel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnanagar is 431161. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Krushnanagar 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 Krushnanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krushnanagar village had a total population of 2,190 people, including 1,117 males and 1,073 females, living in 492 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 50.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,692.
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 | 2,190 | 1,117 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,692 | 873 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 672 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 445 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnanagar
Krushnanagar 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 Krushnanagar
Krushnanagar 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 Krushnanagar is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Krushnanagar is about 78 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 Krushnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krushnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Krushnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krushnanagar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Krushnanagar
Where is Krushnanagar located?
Krushnanagar village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krushnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnanagar is Lugel.
What is the pincode of Krushnanagar?
The pincode of Krushnanagar is 764086.
What is the population of Krushnanagar?
Krushnanagar had a total population of 2,190, including 1,117 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Krushnanagar?
Krushnanagar had 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnanagar was 62.37%. Male literacy was 74.25% and female literacy was 50.17%.