Almonda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Almonda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Almonda is 428823. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Almonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Almonda
As per Census 2011, Almonda village has a total population of 2,178 people, consisting of 1,095 males and 1,083 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 1,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Almonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,178 | 1,095 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 149 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 624 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 471 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Almonda
Almonda 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 Almonda
Almonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Almonda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Almonda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Almonda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Almonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Almonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Almonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Almonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Almonda
Where is Almonda located?
Almonda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Almonda?
Almonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Almonda?
The pincode of Almonda is 764027.
What is the population of Almonda?
Almonda has a total population of 2,178, including 1,095 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Almonda?
There are 565 households in Almonda.
What is the literacy rate in Almonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Almonda is 49.27%. Male literacy is 56.99% and female literacy is 41.46%.