Kalakani - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kalakani is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khurigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakani is 425928. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kalakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalakani
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakani village had a total population of 28 people, including 19 males and 9 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 474 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 28.57%.
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 | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakani
Kalakani 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 Kalakani
Public transport in the Kalakani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kalakani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalakani is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kalakani is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakani 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 Kalakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalakani
Where is Kalakani located?
Kalakani village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalakani is Khurigam.
What is the pincode of Kalakani?
The pincode of Kalakani is 765015.
What is the population of Kalakani?
Kalakani had a total population of 28, including 19 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Kalakani?
Kalakani had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakani was 60.00%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 28.57%.