Kiakani - Kakatpur, Puri
Kiakani is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bangurigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiakani is 409185. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kiakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiakani
According to the 2011 Census, Kiakani village had a total population of 92 people, including 50 males and 42 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.56%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 74.36%.
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 | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kiakani
Kiakani 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 Kiakani
Public transport in the Kiakani 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 Puri to Kiakani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kiakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kiakani
Where is Kiakani located?
Kiakani village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiakani is Bangurigaon.
What is the pincode of Kiakani?
The pincode of Kiakani is 752118.
What is the population of Kiakani?
Kiakani had a total population of 92, including 50 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kiakani?
Kiakani had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiakani was 82.56%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 74.36%.