Kamankama - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kamankama is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamankama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamankama is 416382. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kamankama 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 Kamankama
According to the 2011 Census, Kamankama village had a total population of 87 people, including 46 males and 41 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 35.29%.
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 | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 26 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kamankama
Kamankama 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 Kamankama
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kamankama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kamankama is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kamankama is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamankama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamankama 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamankama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamankama 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 Kamankama
Where is Kamankama located?
Kamankama village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamankama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamankama is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Kamankama?
The pincode of Kamankama is 762011.
What is the population of Kamankama?
Kamankama had a total population of 87, including 46 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kamankama?
Kamankama had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamankama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamankama was 51.35%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 35.29%.