Kumbhegura - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kumbhegura is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbhegura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhegura is 415644. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kumbhegura 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 Kumbhegura
According to the 2011 Census, Kumbhegura village had a total population of 37 people, including 20 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.13%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 14 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhegura
Kumbhegura 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 Kumbhegura
Public transport in the Kumbhegura 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kumbhegura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kumbhegura is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhegura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhegura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhegura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhegura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumbhegura
Where is Kumbhegura located?
Kumbhegura village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kumbhegura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbhegura is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Kumbhegura?
The pincode of Kumbhegura is 762012.
What is the population of Kumbhegura?
Kumbhegura had a total population of 37, including 20 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhegura?
Kumbhegura had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhegura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhegura was 53.13%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 18.75%.