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
As per Census 2011, Kianga village has a total population of 1,580 people, consisting of 815 males and 765 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 986 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kianga are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,580, including 815 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Kianga?
There are 328 households in Kianga.
What is the literacy rate in Kianga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kianga is 54.18%. Male literacy is 62.58% and female literacy is 45.23%.