Kasamaha - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Kasamaha is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasamaha is 416107. The village falls under the 762028 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Kasamaha village had a total population of 5 people, including 3 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kasamaha
Kasamaha 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 Kasamaha
Public transport in the Kasamaha 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 >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 Kasamaha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kasamaha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kasamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasamaha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kasamaha
Where is Kasamaha located?
Kasamaha village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Kasamaha?
The pincode of Kasamaha is 762028.
What is the population of Kasamaha?
Kasamaha had a total population of 5, including 3 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Kasamaha?
Kasamaha had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasamaha was 60.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.