Kendumunda - Kantamal, Boudh
Kendumunda is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Manamunda and around 73 km from Baudh. Baragochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendumunda is 418134. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kendumunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kendumunda village had a total population of 25 people, including 12 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kendumunda
Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kendumunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Kendumunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Kendumunda is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendumunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kendumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
Where is Kendumunda located?
Kendumunda village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendumunda is Baragochha.
What is the pincode of Kendumunda?
The pincode of Kendumunda is 762016.
What is the population of Kendumunda?
Kendumunda had a total population of 25, including 12 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Kendumunda?
Kendumunda had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendumunda was 80.95%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 70.00%.