Kadamaha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kadamaha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadamaha is 416722. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Kadamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadamaha
As per Census 2011, Kadamaha village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 23 males and 28 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kadamaha
Kadamaha 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 Kadamaha
Public transport in the Kadamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kadamaha is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadamaha is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadamaha 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 Kadamaha
Where is Kadamaha located?
Kadamaha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadamaha is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Kadamaha?
The pincode of Kadamaha is 762103.
What is the population of Kadamaha?
Kadamaha has a total population of 51, including 23 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Kadamaha?
There are 12 households in Kadamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Kadamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadamaha is 39.22%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 28.57%.