Kampira - Darpan, Jajpur
Kampira is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Badachana and around 72 km from Jajapur . Siha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kampira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kampira is 401615. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 754024 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kampira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kampira
As per Census 2011, Kampira village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 276 males and 308 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kampira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 276 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 194 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Kampira
Kampira is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanabrahmapur | North-West | 0.55 km |
| Samparu | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Paikerapur | North | 1.11 km |
| Erapada | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Totasingha | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Godimagura | South | 2.47 km |
| Khatuapada | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Rahadpur | North | 2.61 km |
| Tarangia | East | 2.84 km |
| Jhatiapada | South-West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kampira
Public transport in the Kampira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Garh Madhopur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Kampira is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Kampira is about 72 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 Kampira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kampira 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kampira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kampira 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kampira
Where is Kampira located?
Kampira village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kampira?
The Gram Panchayat of Kampira is Siha.
What is the pincode of Kampira?
The pincode of Kampira is 754024.
What is the population of Kampira?
Kampira has a total population of 584, including 276 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Kampira?
There are 125 households in Kampira.
What is the literacy rate in Kampira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kampira is 69.69%. Male literacy is 70.29% and female literacy is 69.16%.