Kadama - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kadama is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadama is 416975. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Kadama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadama
According to the 2011 Census, Kadama village had a total population of 61 people, including 29 males and 32 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.96%, with male literacy at 3.85% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kadama
Kadama 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 Kadama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadama.
| 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 Phulabani to Kadama is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadama is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadama 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 Kadama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadama 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 Kadama
Where is Kadama located?
Kadama village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadama is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Kadama?
The pincode of Kadama is 762107.
What is the population of Kadama?
Kadama had a total population of 61, including 29 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kadama?
Kadama had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadama was 1.96%. Male literacy was 3.85% and female literacy was 0.00%.