Kumbhariput - Similiguda, Koraput
Kumbhariput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pitaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbhariput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhariput is 429957. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.15 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kumbhariput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumbhariput
As per Census 2011, Kumbhariput village has a total population of 959 people, consisting of 473 males and 486 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhariput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 473 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 102 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 212 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 261 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhariput
Kumbhariput 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 Kumbhariput
Public transport in the Kumbhariput 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 Kotpad to Kumbhariput is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kumbhariput is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhariput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhariput 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhariput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhariput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kumbhariput
Where is Kumbhariput located?
Kumbhariput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhariput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbhariput is Pitaguda.
What is the pincode of Kumbhariput?
The pincode of Kumbhariput is 764036.
What is the population of Kumbhariput?
Kumbhariput has a total population of 959, including 473 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhariput?
There are 237 households in Kumbhariput.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhariput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhariput is 35.35%. Male literacy is 44.82% and female literacy is 26.13%.