Kumbhiketa - Surada, Ganjam
Kumbhiketa is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbhiketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhiketa is 410804. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kumbhiketa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumbhiketa
According to the 2011 Census, Kumbhiketa village had a total population of 37 people, including 19 males and 18 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhiketa
Kumbhiketa 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 Kumbhiketa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kumbhiketa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Surada to Kumbhiketa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kumbhiketa 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 Kumbhiketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhiketa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhiketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhiketa 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 Kumbhiketa
Where is Kumbhiketa located?
Kumbhiketa village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kumbhiketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbhiketa is Gochha.
What is the pincode of Kumbhiketa?
The pincode of Kumbhiketa is 761108.
What is the population of Kumbhiketa?
Kumbhiketa had a total population of 37, including 19 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhiketa?
Kumbhiketa had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhiketa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhiketa was 75.86%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 53.85%.