Kirama - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Kirama is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirama is 425071. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kirama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirama
As per Census 2011, Kirama village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 113 males and 108 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 73 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kirama
Kirama 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 Kirama
Kirama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gudari to Kirama is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kirama is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kirama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kirama
Where is Kirama located?
Kirama village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirama is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Kirama?
The pincode of Kirama is 765020.
What is the population of Kirama?
Kirama has a total population of 221, including 113 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Kirama?
There are 46 households in Kirama.
What is the literacy rate in Kirama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirama is 29.41%. Male literacy is 35.40% and female literacy is 23.15%.