Kaniguma - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kaniguma is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaniguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaniguma is 424372. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kaniguma 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 Kaniguma
As per Census 2011, Kaniguma village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 174 males and 158 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaniguma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 174 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 30 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 108 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 66 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Kaniguma
Kaniguma 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 Kaniguma
Kaniguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kaniguma is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kaniguma is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaniguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaniguma 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaniguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaniguma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaniguma
Where is Kaniguma located?
Kaniguma village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaniguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaniguma is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Kaniguma?
The pincode of Kaniguma is 766037.
What is the population of Kaniguma?
Kaniguma has a total population of 332, including 174 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Kaniguma?
There are 82 households in Kaniguma.
What is the literacy rate in Kaniguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaniguma is 48.80%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 34.18%.