Kamargadia - Bhograi, Balasore
Kamargadia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Bhograi and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Gunsibasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamargadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamargadia is 391669. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 31 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 Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamargadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kamargadia village had a total population of 168 people, including 92 males and 76 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.50%, with male literacy at 97.53% and female literacy at 84.72%.
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 | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
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
Kamargadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaleswar to Kamargadia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kamargadia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamargadia
Where is Kamargadia located?
Kamargadia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamargadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamargadia is Gunsibasan.
What is the pincode of Kamargadia?
The pincode of Kamargadia is 756036.
What is the population of Kamargadia?
Kamargadia had a total population of 168, including 92 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kamargadia?
Kamargadia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamargadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamargadia was 91.50%. Male literacy was 97.53% and female literacy was 84.72%.