Kriamba - Buguda, Ganjam
Kriamba is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karachuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kriamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kriamba is 410400. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kriamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kriamba
According to the 2011 Census, Kriamba village had a total population of 178 people, including 85 males and 93 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.94%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 23.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 39 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 46 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kriamba
Kriamba 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 Kriamba
Kriamba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Buguda to Kriamba is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kriamba is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kriamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kriamba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kriamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kriamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kriamba
Where is Kriamba located?
Kriamba village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kriamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kriamba is Karachuli.
What is the pincode of Kriamba?
The pincode of Kriamba is 761118.
What is the population of Kriamba?
Kriamba had a total population of 178, including 85 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kriamba?
Kriamba had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kriamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kriamba was 36.94%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 23.17%.