Kajumaska - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kajumaska is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Narala and around 57 km from Bhawanipatna. Santpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kajumaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kajumaska is 422859. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kajumaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kajumaska
As per Census 2011, Kajumaska village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 50 males and 44 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kajumaska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kajumaska
Kajumaska 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 Kajumaska
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kajumaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kajumaska is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kajumaska is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kajumaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kajumaska 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kajumaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kajumaska 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kajumaska
Where is Kajumaska located?
Kajumaska village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kajumaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Kajumaska is Santpur.
What is the pincode of Kajumaska?
The pincode of Kajumaska is 766100.
What is the population of Kajumaska?
Kajumaska has a total population of 94, including 50 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kajumaska?
There are 28 households in Kajumaska.
What is the literacy rate in Kajumaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kajumaska is 40.43%. Male literacy is 46.00% and female literacy is 34.09%.