Kishna - Komna, Nuapada
Kishna is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishna is 421883. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kishna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishna
As per Census 2011, Kishna village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 446 males and 510 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,143 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 446 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 315 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 131 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Kishna
Kishna 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 Kishna
Public transport in the Kishna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kishna is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kishna is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kishna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kishna
Where is Kishna located?
Kishna village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishna is Bhela.
What is the pincode of Kishna?
The pincode of Kishna is 766106.
What is the population of Kishna?
Kishna has a total population of 956, including 446 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Kishna?
There are 259 households in Kishna.
What is the literacy rate in Kishna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishna is 56.59%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 44.31%.