Kirikinda - Kolnara, Rayagada

Kirikinda is a village situated in the Kolnara tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kalyanasingpur and around 22 km from Rayagada . Khedapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirikinda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirikinda is 425651. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Kalyanasingpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.

Kirikinda 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 Kirikinda

According to the 2011 Census, Kirikinda village had a total population of 113 people, including 56 males and 57 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.03%, with female literacy at 1.89%. 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.

Nearby Villages of Kirikinda

Kirikinda 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Kirikinda

Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kirikinda. The nearest railway station is Therubali, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyanasingpur to Kirikinda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kirikinda is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Kirikinda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirikinda village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Kirikinda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirikinda village are given below:

FAQs about Kirikinda