Kalipanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kalipanga is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalipanga is 425206. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kalipanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalipanga village had a total population of 150 people, including 77 males and 73 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.41%, with male literacy at 40.85% and female literacy at 33.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kalipanga
Kalipanga 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 Kalipanga
Kalipanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalipanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kalipanga is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kalipanga is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalipanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalipanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalipanga
Where is Kalipanga located?
Kalipanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalipanga is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Kalipanga?
The pincode of Kalipanga is 765019.
What is the population of Kalipanga?
Kalipanga had a total population of 150, including 77 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Kalipanga?
Kalipanga had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalipanga was 37.41%. Male literacy was 40.85% and female literacy was 33.82%.