Kadamdihi - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kadamdihi is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Rengali and around 50 km from Jharsuguda. Kadamdihi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadamdihi is 380972. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kadamdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadamdihi
As per Census 2011, Kadamdihi village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 346 males and 344 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadamdihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 346 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 265 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 81 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kadamdihi
Kadamdihi 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 Kadamdihi
Kadamdihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Kadamdihi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kadamdihi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadamdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadamdihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadamdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadamdihi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadamdihi
Where is Kadamdihi located?
Kadamdihi village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadamdihi?
Kadamdihi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadamdihi?
The pincode of Kadamdihi is 768219.
What is the population of Kadamdihi?
Kadamdihi has a total population of 690, including 346 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Kadamdihi?
There are 145 households in Kadamdihi.
What is the literacy rate in Kadamdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadamdihi is 67.83%. Male literacy is 76.59% and female literacy is 59.01%.