Kamwada
Kamwada is a village located in Orkel tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Orkel (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Kamwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kamwada unique in its vibrant Orkel-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Kamwada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kamwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamwada is 430943. The village spans a total geographical area of 2113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764051. Balimela is nearest town to Kamwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kamwada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kamwada
Population of Kamwada
According to the 2011 Census, Kamwada has a total population of about 4,609, with approximately 2,297 males and 2,312 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 889 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,571 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,226. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.61%, with male literacy at about 48.89% and female literacy near 34.39%. There are around 943 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,609 | 2,297 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 889 | 439 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,571 | 793 | 778 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,226 | 1,086 | 1,140 |
| Literate Population | 1,918 | 1,123 | 795 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,691 | 1,174 | 1,517 |
Connectivity of Kamwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamwada. As per the 2011 stats, Kamwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kamwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamwada
- Where is Kamwada located?
- Kamwada village is situated in Orkel Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamwada?
- Kamwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kamwada?
- The pincode of Kamwada is 764051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kamwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamwada is 4,609, with 2,297 males and 2,312 females.
- How many households are there in Kamwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamwada village has a total of 943 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamwada is 41.61%. The male literacy rate is 48.89%, while the female literacy rate is 34.39%.