Kianga - Mathili, Malkangiri
Kianga is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kiango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kianga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kianga is 430366. The village covers a total geographical area of 658 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kianga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kianga
According to the 2011 Census, Kianga village had a total population of 1,580 people, including 815 males and 765 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.08%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 986.
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 | 1,580 | 815 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 118 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 184 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 986 | 495 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 510 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 305 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Kianga
Kianga 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 Kianga
Kianga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kianga is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kianga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kianga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kianga 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 Kianga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kianga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kianga
Where is Kianga located?
Kianga village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kianga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kianga is Kiango.
What is the pincode of Kianga?
The pincode of Kianga is 764044.
What is the population of Kianga?
Kianga had a total population of 1,580, including 815 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Kianga?
Kianga had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kianga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kianga was 63.08%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 52.42%.