Kame Gaon - Narala, Kalahandi
Kame Gaon is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kame Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kame Gaon is 422776. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kame Gaon 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 Kame Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kame Gaon village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 323 males and 336 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 473 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kame Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 323 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 231 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 244 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 79 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Kame Gaon
Kame Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patangpadar | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Khirmal | South | 1.93 km |
| Eknapali | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Jamapada | West | 2.35 km |
| Kusmel | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Balisinga | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Gorkel | South | 2.73 km |
| Bafla | West | 2.86 km |
| Ker Bandi | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Tulapada | North | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kame Gaon
Kame Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Madanpur Rampur to Kame Gaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kame Gaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kame Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kame Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kame Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kame Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kame Gaon
Where is Kame Gaon located?
Kame Gaon village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kame Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kame Gaon is Bhanpur.
What is the pincode of Kame Gaon?
The pincode of Kame Gaon is 766100.
What is the population of Kame Gaon?
Kame Gaon has a total population of 659, including 323 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Kame Gaon?
There are 153 households in Kame Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kame Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kame Gaon is 69.35%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 63.39%.