Kendumula - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Kendumula is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Narasinghpur and around 130 km from Cuttack. Balasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendumula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendumula is 398483. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kendumula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendumula
As per Census 2011, Kendumula village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 95 males and 82 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendumula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kendumula
Kendumula 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 Kendumula
Kendumula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Kendumula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kendumula is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendumula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendumula 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kendumula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendumula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kendumula
Where is Kendumula located?
Kendumula village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendumula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendumula is Balasahi.
What is the pincode of Kendumula?
The pincode of Kendumula is 754032.
What is the population of Kendumula?
Kendumula has a total population of 177, including 95 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kendumula?
There are 37 households in Kendumula.
What is the literacy rate in Kendumula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendumula is 74.58%. Male literacy is 77.89% and female literacy is 70.73%.