Kundalbani - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Kundalbani is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundalbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundalbani is 389656. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 757051 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kundalbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundalbani
According to the 2011 Census, Kundalbani village had a total population of 453 people, including 217 males and 236 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.64%, with male literacy at 55.88% and female literacy at 20.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 453 | 217 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 211 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 95 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 122 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Kundalbani
Kundalbani 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 Kundalbani
Kundalbani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Kundalbani is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kundalbani is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundalbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundalbani 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 Kundalbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundalbani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundalbani
Where is Kundalbani located?
Kundalbani village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundalbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundalbani is Badagan.
What is the pincode of Kundalbani?
The pincode of Kundalbani is 757051.
What is the population of Kundalbani?
Kundalbani had a total population of 453, including 217 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kundalbani?
Kundalbani had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundalbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundalbani was 37.64%. Male literacy was 55.88% and female literacy was 20.97%.