Kambaguda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kambaguda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kambaguda is 417533. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kambaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kambaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kambaguda village had a total population of 165 people, including 81 males and 84 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 19 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kambaguda
Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
Kambaguda 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 <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Kambaguda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kambaguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kambaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kambaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kambaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kambaguda 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 Kambaguda
Where is Kambaguda located?
Kambaguda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kambaguda is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Kambaguda?
The pincode of Kambaguda is 762101.
What is the population of Kambaguda?
Kambaguda had a total population of 165, including 81 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Kambaguda?
Kambaguda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kambaguda was 74.66%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 62.67%.