Kidramala - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kidramala is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kidramala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidramala is 417425. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kidramala 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 Kidramala
According to the 2011 Census, Kidramala village had a total population of 190 people, including 97 males and 93 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.76%, with male literacy at 72.62% and female literacy at 41.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 61 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 36 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kidramala
Kidramala 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 Kidramala
Public transport in the Kidramala 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 Surada to Kidramala is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kidramala is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidramala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidramala 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 Kidramala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidramala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kidramala
Where is Kidramala located?
Kidramala village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kidramala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kidramala is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Kidramala?
The pincode of Kidramala is 762104.
What is the population of Kidramala?
Kidramala had a total population of 190, including 97 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kidramala?
Kidramala had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kidramala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidramala was 57.76%. Male literacy was 72.62% and female literacy was 41.56%.