Kalakhani - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kalakhani is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalakhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakhani is 425919. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kalakhani 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 Kalakhani
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakhani village had a total population of 94 people, including 45 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.89%, with male literacy at 11.76% and female literacy at 4.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakhani
Kalakhani 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 Kalakhani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kalakhani. Kalakhani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kalakhani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalakhani
Where is Kalakhani located?
Kalakhani village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalakhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalakhani is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Kalakhani?
The pincode of Kalakhani is 765015.
What is the population of Kalakhani?
Kalakhani had a total population of 94, including 45 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Kalakhani?
Kalakhani had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakhani was 7.89%. Male literacy was 11.76% and female literacy was 4.76%.