Kakamaha - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kakamaha is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gresingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakamaha is 415795. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 4 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
As per Census 2011, Kakamaha village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 228 males and 237 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 320 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 228 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 170 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 58 | 88 |
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 facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kakamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kakamaha is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kakamaha is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kakamaha
Where is Kakamaha located?
Kakamaha village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakamaha is Gresingia.
What is the pincode of Kakamaha?
The pincode of Kakamaha is 762100.
What is the population of Kakamaha?
Kakamaha has a total population of 465, including 228 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Kakamaha?
There are 127 households in Kakamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Kakamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakamaha is 68.60%. Male literacy is 74.56% and female literacy is 62.87%.