Kanikatijhola - Rayagada
Kanikatijhola is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumbhikota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanikatijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanikatijhola is 426463. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kanikatijhola 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 Kanikatijhola
According to the 2011 Census, Kanikatijhola village had a total population of 310 people, including 151 males and 159 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.51%, with male literacy at 41.03% and female literacy at 30.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 310 | 151 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 149 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 103 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Kanikatijhola
Kanikatijhola 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 Kanikatijhola
Kanikatijhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kanikatijhola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kanikatijhola is about 37 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 Kanikatijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanikatijhola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanikatijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanikatijhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanikatijhola
Where is Kanikatijhola located?
Kanikatijhola village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanikatijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanikatijhola is Kumbhikota.
What is the pincode of Kanikatijhola?
The pincode of Kanikatijhola is 765029.
What is the population of Kanikatijhola?
Kanikatijhola had a total population of 310, including 151 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kanikatijhola?
Kanikatijhola had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikatijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanikatijhola was 35.51%. Male literacy was 41.03% and female literacy was 30.47%.