Kunamaha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kunamaha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunamaha is 416769. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Kunamaha 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 Kunamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Kunamaha village had a total population of 573 people, including 304 males and 269 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.20%, with male literacy at 88.93% and female literacy at 68.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 573 | 304 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 209 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 233 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 71 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kunamaha
Kunamaha 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 Kunamaha
Public transport in the Kunamaha 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 Kunamaha is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kunamaha is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunamaha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunamaha
Where is Kunamaha located?
Kunamaha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunamaha is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Kunamaha?
The pincode of Kunamaha is 762103.
What is the population of Kunamaha?
Kunamaha had a total population of 573, including 304 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Kunamaha?
Kunamaha had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunamaha was 79.20%. Male literacy was 88.93% and female literacy was 68.49%.