Kesingi - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kesingi is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesingi is 425701. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kesingi 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 Kesingi
According to the 2011 Census, Kesingi village had a total population of 113 people, including 47 males and 66 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,404 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.05%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 22.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 47 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 8 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 47 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 26 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 21 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kesingi
Kesingi 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 Kesingi
Kesingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kesingi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kesingi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kesingi 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 Kesingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesingi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kesingi
Where is Kesingi located?
Kesingi village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kesingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesingi is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Kesingi?
The pincode of Kesingi is 765017.
What is the population of Kesingi?
Kesingi had a total population of 113, including 47 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kesingi?
Kesingi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesingi was 42.05%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 22.45%.