Kambarikia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kambarikia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kambarikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kambarikia is 417574. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kambarikia 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 Kambarikia
According to the 2011 Census, Kambarikia village had a total population of 460 people, including 218 males and 242 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 460 | 218 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 204 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 138 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 80 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Kambarikia
Kambarikia 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 Kambarikia
Kambarikia 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Kambarikia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kambarikia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kambarikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kambarikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kambarikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kambarikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kambarikia
Where is Kambarikia located?
Kambarikia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kambarikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kambarikia is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Kambarikia?
The pincode of Kambarikia is 762101.
What is the population of Kambarikia?
Kambarikia had a total population of 460, including 218 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Kambarikia?
Kambarikia had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kambarikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kambarikia was 61.69%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 50.00%.