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
As per Census 2011, Kantipoda village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 51 males and 50 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantipoda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 101, including 51 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kantipoda?
There are 25 households in Kantipoda.
What is the literacy rate in Kantipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantipoda is 34.65%. Male literacy is 47.06% and female literacy is 22.00%.