Kuligaon - Khariar, Nuapada
Kuligaon is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sanmaheswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuligaon is 421950. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kuligaon 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 Kuligaon
As per Census 2011, Kuligaon village has a total population of 1,762 people, consisting of 918 males and 844 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuligaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,762 | 918 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 135 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 351 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 565 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 353 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Kuligaon
Kuligaon 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 Kuligaon
Public transport in the Kuligaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kuligaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kuligaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuligaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kuligaon
Where is Kuligaon located?
Kuligaon village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuligaon is Sanmaheswar.
What is the pincode of Kuligaon?
The pincode of Kuligaon is 766107.
What is the population of Kuligaon?
Kuligaon has a total population of 1,762, including 918 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Kuligaon?
There are 331 households in Kuligaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kuligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuligaon is 51.02%. Male literacy is 61.55% and female literacy is 39.57%.