Kalarda - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Kalarda is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Rairangpur Town and around 90 km from Baripada. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalarda is 387638. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kalarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalarda
According to the 2011 Census, Kalarda village had a total population of 354 people, including 167 males and 187 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.86%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 42.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 354 | 167 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 142 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 105 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 62 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Kalarda
Kalarda 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 Kalarda
Kalarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kalarda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Kalarda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kalarda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalarda
Where is Kalarda located?
Kalarda village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalarda is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Kalarda?
The pincode of Kalarda is 757043.
What is the population of Kalarda?
Kalarda had a total population of 354, including 167 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Kalarda?
Kalarda had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalarda was 57.86%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 42.24%.