Kamegaon - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Kamegaon is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamegaon is 422501. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kamegaon 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 Kamegaon
As per Census 2011, Kamegaon village has a total population of 73 people, consisting of 32 males and 41 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 11 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kamegaon
Kamegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirkiheju | East | 0.68 km |
| Tal Nuagaon | South | 1.60 km |
| Singpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Bijamal | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Kusungul | East | 2.66 km |
| Mohangiri | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Deulasulia | East | 3.55 km |
| Kotobahali | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Kutrupala | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Sidrubali | East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamegaon
Kamegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 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 Bhawanipatna to Kamegaon is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamegaon 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 Kamegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamegaon 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 Kamegaon
Where is Kamegaon located?
Kamegaon village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamegaon is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Kamegaon?
The pincode of Kamegaon is 766102.
What is the population of Kamegaon?
Kamegaon has a total population of 73, including 32 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kamegaon?
There are 21 households in Kamegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kamegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamegaon is 50.68%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 39.02%.