Kamargaon - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Kamargaon is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Chakradharpur Podahat and around 100 km from Chaibasa. Bandu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamargaon is 377003. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kamargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kamargaon village had a total population of 274 people, including 145 males and 129 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.67%, with male literacy at 43.40% and female literacy at 15.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 274 | 145 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 128 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 46 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 99 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Kamargaon
Kamargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajgaon | South | 1.18 km |
| Gudri | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Tumrung | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Kichinda | South | 2.12 km |
| Roro | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Giru | East | 2.55 km |
| Bhur | North | 2.79 km |
| Temna | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Kumdi | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Tuingbanda | South | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamargaon
Public transport in the Kamargaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| 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 Chaibasa to Kamargaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamargaon 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 Kamargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamargaon 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 Kamargaon
Where is Kamargaon located?
Kamargaon village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamargaon is Bandu.
What is the pincode of Kamargaon?
The pincode of Kamargaon is 833201.
What is the population of Kamargaon?
Kamargaon had a total population of 274, including 145 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kamargaon?
Kamargaon had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamargaon was 29.67%. Male literacy was 43.40% and female literacy was 15.53%.