Kamargadia - Basta, Balasore
Kamargadia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Singla and around 38 km from Baleshwar. Putura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamargadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamargadia is 392216. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.67 hectares and falls under the 756081 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kamargadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamargadia
As per Census 2011, Kamargadia village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 882 males and 795 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,345 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamargadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 882 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 115 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 738 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 144 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Kamargadia
Kamargadia 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 Kamargadia
Public transport in the Kamargadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kamargadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Kamargadia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kamargadia is about 38 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 Kamargadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamargadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kamargadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamargadia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamargadia
Where is Kamargadia located?
Kamargadia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamargadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamargadia is Putura.
What is the pincode of Kamargadia?
The pincode of Kamargadia is 756081.
What is the population of Kamargadia?
Kamargadia has a total population of 1,677, including 882 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Kamargadia?
There are 370 households in Kamargadia.
What is the literacy rate in Kamargadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamargadia is 80.20%. Male literacy is 83.67% and female literacy is 76.35%.