Kamerikia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kamerikia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arabaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamerikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamerikia is 415908. The village falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kamerikia 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 Kamerikia
As per Census 2011, Kamerikia village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 141 males and 145 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamerikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamerikia
Kamerikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kamerikia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kamerikia is about 32 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 Kamerikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamerikia 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 Kamerikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamerikia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamerikia
Where is Kamerikia located?
Kamerikia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamerikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamerikia is Arabaka.
What is the pincode of Kamerikia?
The pincode of Kamerikia is 762010.
What is the population of Kamerikia?
Kamerikia has a total population of 286, including 141 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kamerikia?
There are 74 households in Kamerikia.
What is the literacy rate in Kamerikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamerikia is 52.80%. Male literacy is 60.28% and female literacy is 45.52%.