Kadalichuan - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kadalichuan is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Budaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadalichuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadalichuan is 425664. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kadalichuan 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 Kadalichuan
As per Census 2011, Kadalichuan village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 111 males and 113 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadalichuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 96 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kadalichuan
Kadalichuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurutuli | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Chamarajodi | North | 1.79 km |
| Kandakora | South | 2.20 km |
| Podochunapadar | North | 2.70 km |
| Janibidhi | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Baladia | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Budaguda | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Alanda | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Lilibadi | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Dumuripadar | North | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadalichuan
Kadalichuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Kadalichuan is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kadalichuan is about 40 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 Kadalichuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadalichuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadalichuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadalichuan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kadalichuan
Where is Kadalichuan located?
Kadalichuan village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadalichuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadalichuan is Budaguda.
What is the pincode of Kadalichuan?
The pincode of Kadalichuan is 765017.
What is the population of Kadalichuan?
Kadalichuan has a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kadalichuan?
There are 62 households in Kadalichuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kadalichuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadalichuan is 9.38%. Male literacy is 13.51% and female literacy is 5.31%.