Kamarakhal - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Kamarakhal is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Khamarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamarakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamarakhal is 412966. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kamarakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamarakhal
As per Census 2011, Kamarakhal village has a total population of 23 people, consisting of 11 males and 12 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamarakhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kamarakhal
Kamarakhal 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 Kamarakhal
Kamarakhal 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Kamarakhal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kamarakhal 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 Kamarakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamarakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamarakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamarakhal 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 Kamarakhal
Where is Kamarakhal located?
Kamarakhal village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamarakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamarakhal is Khamarigam.
What is the pincode of Kamarakhal?
The pincode of Kamarakhal is 761042.
What is the population of Kamarakhal?
Kamarakhal has a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Kamarakhal?
There are 4 households in Kamarakhal.
What is the literacy rate in Kamarakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamarakhal is 17.39%. Male literacy is 18.18% and female literacy is 16.67%.