Kamalabari - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Kamalabari is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dhamanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalabari is 423888. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kamalabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamalabari
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalabari village had a total population of 303 people, including 163 males and 140 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.38%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 40.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 303 | 163 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 39 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 102 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 61 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalabari
Kamalabari 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 Kamalabari
Kamalabari 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 | 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 Bhawanipatna to Kamalabari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalabari 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 Kamalabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalabari
Where is Kamalabari located?
Kamalabari village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamalabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalabari is Dhamanpur.
What is the pincode of Kamalabari?
The pincode of Kamalabari is 766029.
What is the population of Kamalabari?
Kamalabari had a total population of 303, including 163 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Kamalabari?
Kamalabari had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalabari was 61.38%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 40.16%.