Kadami - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Kadami is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kakharujhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadami is 416075. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kadami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadami
As per Census 2011, Kadami village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 77 males and 77 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Kadami
Kadami 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 Kadami
Kadami is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kadami is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadami is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadami village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadami 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 Kadami
Where is Kadami located?
Kadami village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadami?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadami is Kakharujhol.
What is the pincode of Kadami?
The pincode of Kadami is 762028.
What is the population of Kadami?
Kadami has a total population of 154, including 77 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kadami?
There are 46 households in Kadami.
What is the literacy rate in Kadami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadami is 85.06%. Male literacy is 89.61% and female literacy is 80.52%.