Kantipoda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Kantipoda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Guneipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantipoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantipoda is 429542. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Kantipoda 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 Kantipoda
According to the 2011 Census, Kantipoda village had a total population of 101 people, including 51 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.30%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 27.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 27 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kantipoda
Kantipoda 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 Kantipoda
Kantipoda 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kantipoda is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kantipoda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantipoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantipoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kantipoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantipoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantipoda
Where is Kantipoda located?
Kantipoda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantipoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantipoda is Guneipada.
What is the pincode of Kantipoda?
The pincode of Kantipoda is 764040.
What is the population of Kantipoda?
Kantipoda had a total population of 101, including 51 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kantipoda?
Kantipoda had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantipoda was 44.30%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 27.50%.