Kumbhirgadi - Bhograi, Balasore
Kumbhirgadi is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Bhograi and around 85 km from Baleshwar. Kumbhirgadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhirgadi is 391817. The village covers a total geographical area of 1522 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kumbhirgadi 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 Kumbhirgadi
As per Census 2011, Kumbhirgadi village has a total population of 1,497 people, consisting of 787 males and 710 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhirgadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 787 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 89 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 551 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 236 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhirgadi
Kumbhirgadi 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 Kumbhirgadi
Kumbhirgadi 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 Kumbhirgadi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kumbhirgadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhirgadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhirgadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhirgadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhirgadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kumbhirgadi
Where is Kumbhirgadi located?
Kumbhirgadi village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhirgadi?
Kumbhirgadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumbhirgadi?
The pincode of Kumbhirgadi is 756038.
What is the population of Kumbhirgadi?
Kumbhirgadi has a total population of 1,497, including 787 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhirgadi?
There are 321 households in Kumbhirgadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhirgadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhirgadi is 63.59%. Male literacy is 70.01% and female literacy is 56.48%.