Kaleiposh - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Kaleiposh is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kaleiposh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaleiposh is 384876. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kaleiposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaleiposh
As per Census 2011, Kaleiposh village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 282 males and 293 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaleiposh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 282 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 200 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 212 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 70 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kaleiposh
Kaleiposh 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basubahal | East | 1.41 km |
| Nuapada | South | 1.45 km |
| Kendudihi | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Dhamanadarha | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Jogibandh | South | 1.75 km |
| Paragposh | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bileipada | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Katupada | West | 2.34 km |
| Sankendudihi | North | 2.41 km |
| Ulsurei | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaleiposh
Public transport in the Kaleiposh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kaleiposh is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kaleiposh is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaleiposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaleiposh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaleiposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaleiposh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaleiposh
Where is Kaleiposh located?
Kaleiposh village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaleiposh?
Kaleiposh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaleiposh?
The pincode of Kaleiposh is 770040.
What is the population of Kaleiposh?
Kaleiposh has a total population of 575, including 282 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Kaleiposh?
There are 152 households in Kaleiposh.
What is the literacy rate in Kaleiposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaleiposh is 66.26%. Male literacy is 75.18% and female literacy is 57.68%.