Kumjor - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Kumjor is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Uchala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumjor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumjor is 424149. The village covers a total geographical area of 801 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kumjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumjor
As per Census 2011, Kumjor village has a total population of 2,255 people, consisting of 1,097 males and 1,158 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 1,569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumjor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,255 | 1,097 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,293 | 618 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 459 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,569 | 638 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Kumjor
Kumjor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandaripakhan | North | 2.11 km |
| Chachiguda | South | 2.54 km |
| Anlabhata | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Ghantiguda | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Pujhariguda | West | 2.98 km |
| Talpadar | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Kuchagaon | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 3.56 km |
| Palas | West | 4.29 km |
| Kukudi | South-West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kumjor
Kumjor 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 Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Kumjor is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kumjor is about 74 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 Kumjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumjor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumjor 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumjor
Where is Kumjor located?
Kumjor village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumjor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumjor is Uchala.
What is the pincode of Kumjor?
The pincode of Kumjor is 766019.
What is the population of Kumjor?
Kumjor has a total population of 2,255, including 1,097 males and 1,158 females.
How many households are there in Kumjor?
There are 540 households in Kumjor.
What is the literacy rate in Kumjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumjor is 30.42%. Male literacy is 41.84% and female literacy is 19.60%.