Kamalpur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from Kalimela and around 80 km from Malkangiri . Populur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 431064. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 62 males and 98 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,580 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 62 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 7 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 56 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 41 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kamalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Balimela to Kamalpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kamalpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Populur.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 764086.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 160, including 62 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 40 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 20.63%. Male literacy is 33.87% and female literacy is 12.24%.