Kambapada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kambapada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Jajespanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kambapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kambapada is 416395. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kambapada 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 Kambapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kambapada village had a total population of 159 people, including 79 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.66%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 32.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 40 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kambapada
Kambapada 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 Kambapada
Public transport in the Kambapada 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 Kambapada is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kambapada is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kambapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kambapada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kambapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kambapada 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 Kambapada
Where is Kambapada located?
Kambapada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kambapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kambapada is Jajespanga.
What is the pincode of Kambapada?
The pincode of Kambapada is 762011.
What is the population of Kambapada?
Kambapada had a total population of 159, including 79 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kambapada?
Kambapada had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kambapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kambapada was 47.66%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 32.35%.