Kumbharkhol - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kumbharkhol is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Gochhapada and around 35 km from Phulbani. Solaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbharkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbharkhol is 415103. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kumbharkhol 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 Kumbharkhol
As per Census 2011, Kumbharkhol village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 28 males and 44 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,571 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbharkhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 28 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 2 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 24 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 2 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbharkhol
Kumbharkhol 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 Kumbharkhol
Kumbharkhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kumbharkhol is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kumbharkhol is about 35 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 Kumbharkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbharkhol 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 Kumbharkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbharkhol 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 Kumbharkhol
Where is Kumbharkhol located?
Kumbharkhol village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbharkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbharkhol is Solaguda.
What is the pincode of Kumbharkhol?
The pincode of Kumbharkhol is 762002.
What is the population of Kumbharkhol?
Kumbharkhol has a total population of 72, including 28 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kumbharkhol?
There are 16 households in Kumbharkhol.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbharkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbharkhol is 66.67%. Male literacy is 92.86% and female literacy is 50.00%.