Kantamadhi - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kantamadhi is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Orkel and around 96 km from Malkangiri . Somanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantamadhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantamadhi is 430918. The village falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kantamadhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kantamadhi
According to the 2011 Census, Kantamadhi village had a total population of 293 people, including 121 males and 172 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,421 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 13.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 293 | 121 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 23 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 119 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 93 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Kantamadhi
Kantamadhi 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 Kantamadhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantamadhi.
| 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 Kantamadhi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kantamadhi is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantamadhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantamadhi 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 Kantamadhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantamadhi 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 Kantamadhi
Where is Kantamadhi located?
Kantamadhi village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantamadhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantamadhi is Somanathpur.
What is the pincode of Kantamadhi?
The pincode of Kantamadhi is 764051.
What is the population of Kantamadhi?
Kantamadhi had a total population of 293, including 121 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Kantamadhi?
Kantamadhi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantamadhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantamadhi was 20.00%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 13.87%.