Kamta - Pawai, Panna
Kamta is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Kamta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamta is 459306. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.96 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Pawai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamta
According to the 2011 Census, Kamta village had a total population of 1,022 people, including 533 males and 489 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.90%, with male literacy at 78.36% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447.
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 | 1,022 | 533 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 233 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 344 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 189 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Kamta
Kamta 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 Kamta
Kamta 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Pawai to Kamta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Kamta is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 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 2-5 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 Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamta?
Kamta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kamta?
The pincode of Kamta is 488446.
What is the population of Kamta?
Kamta had a total population of 1,022, including 533 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Kamta?
Kamta had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamta was 66.90%. Male literacy was 78.36% and female literacy was 54.55%.