Khalikote Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Khalikote Assembly Constituency
The Khalikote Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Biju Janata Dal party showed consistent strength. Suryamani Baidya stood out as a key candidate in the Khalikote constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Khalikote, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Khalikote were held in 2019. Suryamani Baidya won the MLA seat with a margin of 29.4%. They represented the Biju Janata Dal, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Khalikote | Assembly Constituency Number | 126 |
| District | Ganjam | Constituency Type | Scheduled Caste |
| Winning Candidate | Suryamani Baidya | Party | Biju Janata Dal |
| Total Electors | 217,873 | Total Votes | 141,317 |
| Poll Percentage | 64.9% | Margin Votes | 41,545 |
| Margin Percentage | 29.4% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Khalikote is located in the Ganjam district of Odisha.
Khalikote is categorized as a Scheduled Caste (SC) constituency.
The current MLA of Khalikote is Suryamani Baidya from the Biju Janata Dal.
- Voter turnout: 64.9%
- Total votes cast: 141,317
- Total electors: 217,873
- Winning margin: 41,545 votes (29.4%)
Khalikote falls under the Aska parliamentary constituency.
Suryamani Baidya represents the Biju Janata Dal.
Suryamani Baidya won with a margin of 41,545 votes, which is 29.4% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Khalikote is 126.
The last assembly elections in Khalikote were held in 2019.