Kamel - Machh Kund, Koraput
Kamel is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamel is 429584. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kamel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kamel
As per Census 2011, Kamel village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 129 males and 124 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 82 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 47 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kamel
Kamel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalput | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Lugumu | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Tusuba | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Changudipada | North | 2.10 km |
| Bendiput | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Mesingput | East | 2.49 km |
| Audipoda | West | 2.50 km |
| Barangaput | South | 2.56 km |
| Mandeiput | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Godiput | North-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamel
Public transport in the Kamel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| 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 Jeypur to Kamel is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kamel is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamel 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 Kamel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamel 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 Kamel
Where is Kamel located?
Kamel village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamel is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Kamel?
The pincode of Kamel is 764081.
What is the population of Kamel?
Kamel has a total population of 253, including 129 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kamel?
There are 79 households in Kamel.
What is the literacy rate in Kamel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamel is 47.43%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 30.65%.