Kamarguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kamarguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamarguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamarguda is 430668. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kamarguda 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 Kamarguda
As per Census 2011, Kamarguda village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 437 males and 475 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamarguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 437 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 178 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 253 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 184 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Kamarguda
Kamarguda 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 Kamarguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kamarguda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kamarguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Kamarguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kamarguda 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 Kamarguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamarguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamarguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamarguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kamarguda
Where is Kamarguda located?
Kamarguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamarguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamarguda is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Kamarguda?
The pincode of Kamarguda is 764052.
What is the population of Kamarguda?
Kamarguda has a total population of 912, including 437 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Kamarguda?
There are 262 households in Kamarguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kamarguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamarguda is 40.79%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 25.05%.