Kirejhola - Boden, Nuapada
Kirejhola is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Karlakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirejhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirejhola is 422074. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kirejhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirejhola
As per Census 2011, Kirejhola village has a total population of 2,253 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,144 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirejhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,253 | 1,109 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 164 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,134 | 564 | 570 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 682 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 427 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Kirejhola
Kirejhola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amera | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Dabri | South | 3.70 km |
| Damajhar | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Margaon | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Khaira | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Rajamunda | East | 5.17 km |
| Durkamunda(kala) | South | 5.38 km |
| Banjibahal | South | 5.38 km |
| Badamaheswar | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Bargaon | East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirejhola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kirejhola. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kirejhola is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kirejhola is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirejhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirejhola 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 Kirejhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirejhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kirejhola
Where is Kirejhola located?
Kirejhola village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirejhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirejhola is Karlakote.
What is the pincode of Kirejhola?
The pincode of Kirejhola is 766111.
What is the population of Kirejhola?
Kirejhola has a total population of 2,253, including 1,109 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Kirejhola?
There are 617 households in Kirejhola.
What is the literacy rate in Kirejhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirejhola is 48.38%. Male literacy is 61.50% and female literacy is 35.66%.