Kamaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kamaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Subaranagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamaguda is 417183. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Kamaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kamaguda village had a total population of 34 people, including 15 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.67%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 8.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kamaguda
Kamaguda 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 Kamaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kamaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kamaguda is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kamaguda is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamaguda 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 Kamaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamaguda 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 Kamaguda
Where is Kamaguda located?
Kamaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamaguda is Subaranagiri.
What is the pincode of Kamaguda?
The pincode of Kamaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Kamaguda?
Kamaguda had a total population of 34, including 15 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Kamaguda?
Kamaguda had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamaguda was 16.67%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 8.33%.