Kambaguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kambaguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kambaguda is 416731. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kambaguda village had a total population of 230 people, including 111 males and 119 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.12%, with male literacy at 62.20% and female literacy at 35.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 29 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 60 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Kambaguda
Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
Public transport in the Kambaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phulabani to Kambaguda is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kambaguda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kambaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
Where is Kambaguda located?
Kambaguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kambaguda is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Kambaguda?
The pincode of Kambaguda is 762109.
What is the population of Kambaguda?
Kambaguda had a total population of 230, including 111 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kambaguda?
Kambaguda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kambaguda was 47.12%. Male literacy was 62.20% and female literacy was 35.78%.