Kantamal - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Kantamal is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from Kegaon and around 54 km from Bhawanipatna. Kuhura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantamal is 423587. The village covers a total geographical area of 351 hectares and falls under the 766036 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kantamal 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 Kantamal
As per Census 2011, Kantamal village has a total population of 1,568 people, consisting of 807 males and 761 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 807 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 140 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 428 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 379 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Kantamal
Kantamal 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 Kantamal
Kantamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Kantamal is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kantamal is about 54 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 Kantamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantamal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantamal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantamal
Where is Kantamal located?
Kantamal village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantamal is Kuhura.
What is the pincode of Kantamal?
The pincode of Kantamal is 766036.
What is the population of Kantamal?
Kantamal has a total population of 1,568, including 807 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Kantamal?
There are 403 households in Kantamal.
What is the literacy rate in Kantamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantamal is 41.58%. Male literacy is 53.04% and female literacy is 29.43%.