Kakamaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kakamaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Greenbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakamaha is 417456. The village covers a total geographical area of 650 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kakamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Kakamaha village had a total population of 148 people, including 78 males and 70 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.06%, with male literacy at 44.62% and female literacy at 39.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 77 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 49 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kakamaha
Kakamaha 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 Kakamaha
Public transport in the Kakamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Surada to Kakamaha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kakamaha is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakamaha 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 Kakamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakamaha 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 Kakamaha
Where is Kakamaha located?
Kakamaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakamaha is Greenbadi.
What is the pincode of Kakamaha?
The pincode of Kakamaha is 762104.
What is the population of Kakamaha?
Kakamaha had a total population of 148, including 78 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kakamaha?
Kakamaha had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakamaha was 42.06%. Male literacy was 44.62% and female literacy was 39.34%.