Kadalimunda - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Kadalimunda is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kadalimunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadalimunda is 423975. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 766103 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kadalimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadalimunda
As per Census 2011, Kadalimunda village has a total population of 2,502 people, consisting of 1,240 males and 1,262 females. The village has 733 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 1,475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadalimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,502 | 1,240 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 183 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 112 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 719 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,475 | 521 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Kadalimunda
Kadalimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachhipur | East | 2.54 km |
| Beherguda | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Semla | East | 3.42 km |
| Parla | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Jayantapur | South | 4.17 km |
| Chanchan Bahali | South | 5.63 km |
| Ambaguda | East | 5.73 km |
| Pipala | East | 5.81 km |
| Khuntia | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Turihaldi | North-East | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadalimunda
Kadalimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Junagarh to Kadalimunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kadalimunda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadalimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadalimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadalimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadalimunda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kadalimunda
Where is Kadalimunda located?
Kadalimunda village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadalimunda?
Kadalimunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadalimunda?
The pincode of Kadalimunda is 766103.
What is the population of Kadalimunda?
Kadalimunda has a total population of 2,502, including 1,240 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Kadalimunda?
There are 733 households in Kadalimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kadalimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadalimunda is 41.05%. Male literacy is 57.98% and female literacy is 24.41%.