Kuhilamunda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Kuhilamunda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuhilamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhilamunda is 423836. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kuhilamunda 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 Kuhilamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhilamunda village had a total population of 173 people, including 79 males and 94 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.27%, with male literacy at 49.28% and female literacy at 32.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 173 | 79 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 45 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhilamunda
Kuhilamunda 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 Kuhilamunda
Kuhilamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kuhilamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kuhilamunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kuhilamunda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhilamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhilamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuhilamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhilamunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuhilamunda
Where is Kuhilamunda located?
Kuhilamunda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuhilamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuhilamunda is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Kuhilamunda?
The pincode of Kuhilamunda is 766014.
What is the population of Kuhilamunda?
Kuhilamunda had a total population of 173, including 79 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Kuhilamunda?
Kuhilamunda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhilamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhilamunda was 40.27%. Male literacy was 49.28% and female literacy was 32.50%.