Kamtara - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Kamtara is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Kamtara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamtara is 434655. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.27 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kamtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamtara
As per Census 2011, Kamtara village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 362 males and 370 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 631 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamtara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 362 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 306 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 219 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 143 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Kamtara
Kamtara 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 Kamtara
Kamtara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gharghoda to Kamtara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Kamtara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamtara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamtara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamtara
Where is Kamtara located?
Kamtara village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamtara?
Kamtara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kamtara?
The pincode of Kamtara is 496113.
What is the population of Kamtara?
Kamtara has a total population of 732, including 362 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Kamtara?
There are 186 households in Kamtara.
What is the literacy rate in Kamtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamtara is 47.13%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 34.05%.