Kamta - Shivrinarayan, Janjgir-Champa
Kamta is a village situated in the Shivrinarayan tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Nawagarh and around 37 km from Janjgir. Kamata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamta is 436770. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.28 hectares and falls under the 495556 pincode. Shivrinarayan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamta
As per Census 2011, Kamta village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 573 males and 536 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 573 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 445 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 128 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Kamta
Kamta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kohaka | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Borda | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Loharsi | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Kukda | East | 3.14 km |
| Salkhan | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Dhardehi | West | 3.27 km |
| Ringhi | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Bilari | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Singhaldeep | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Kachanda | North | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamta
Kamta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Naila, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shivrinarayan to Kamta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Kamta 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 Kamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamta 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 Kamta
Where is Kamta located?
Kamta village is located in Shivrinarayan Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamta is Kamata.
What is the pincode of Kamta?
The pincode of Kamta is 495556.
What is the population of Kamta?
Kamta has a total population of 1,109, including 573 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Kamta?
There are 206 households in Kamta.
What is the literacy rate in Kamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamta is 67.54%. Male literacy is 77.66% and female literacy is 56.72%.