Kambanaju - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kambanaju is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pikaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kambanaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kambanaju is 415991. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kambanaju 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 Kambanaju
As per Census 2011, Kambanaju village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 99 males and 86 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kambanaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 74 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 25 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kambanaju
Kambanaju 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 Kambanaju
Kambanaju 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 Kambanaju is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kambanaju is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kambanaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kambanaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kambanaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kambanaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kambanaju
Where is Kambanaju located?
Kambanaju village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kambanaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kambanaju is Pikaradi.
What is the pincode of Kambanaju?
The pincode of Kambanaju is 762010.
What is the population of Kambanaju?
Kambanaju has a total population of 185, including 99 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kambanaju?
There are 46 households in Kambanaju.
What is the literacy rate in Kambanaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kambanaju is 61.62%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 46.51%.