Kamalei - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kamalei is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalei is 423002. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kamalei 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 Kamalei
As per Census 2011, Kamalei village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 75 males and 70 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 19 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 56 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalei
Kamalei 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 Kamalei
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kamalei.
| 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 Kamalei is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalei 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 Kamalei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalei 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 Kamalei
Where is Kamalei located?
Kamalei village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalei is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Kamalei?
The pincode of Kamalei is 766020.
What is the population of Kamalei?
Kamalei has a total population of 145, including 75 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kamalei?
There are 27 households in Kamalei.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalei is 14.48%. Male literacy is 25.33% and female literacy is 2.86%.