Kadamjhola - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kadamjhola is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Paparmetla and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadamjhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadamjhola is 430733. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kadamjhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadamjhola
According to the 2011 Census, Kadamjhola village had a total population of 73 people, including 36 males and 37 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.36%, with male literacy at 20.83% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kadamjhola
Kadamjhola 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 Kadamjhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadamjhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Kadamjhola is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kadamjhola is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadamjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadamjhola 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 Kadamjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadamjhola 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 Kadamjhola
Where is Kadamjhola located?
Kadamjhola village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadamjhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadamjhola is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Kadamjhola?
The pincode of Kadamjhola is 764051.
What is the population of Kadamjhola?
Kadamjhola had a total population of 73, including 36 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kadamjhola?
Kadamjhola had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadamjhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadamjhola was 11.36%. Male literacy was 20.83% and female literacy was 0.00%.