Kudahansa - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Kudahansa is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tarana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudahansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudahansa is 387596. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kudahansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kudahansa
As per Census 2011, Kudahansa village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 441 males and 418 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 549 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudahansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 441 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 75 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 277 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 296 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 145 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Kudahansa
Kudahansa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badasiha | West | 1.18 km |
| Sankuleibira | North | 1.99 km |
| Dumuria | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Dighiabeda | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Belposi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Bhagabeda | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Bhadusahi | South | 2.95 km |
| Tarana | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Harilabeda | East | 3.15 km |
| Pahadpur | South-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kudahansa
Kudahansa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rairangpur to Kudahansa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kudahansa is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudahansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudahansa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kudahansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudahansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kudahansa
Where is Kudahansa located?
Kudahansa village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudahansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudahansa is Tarana.
What is the pincode of Kudahansa?
The pincode of Kudahansa is 757045.
What is the population of Kudahansa?
Kudahansa has a total population of 859, including 441 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Kudahansa?
There are 198 households in Kudahansa.
What is the literacy rate in Kudahansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudahansa is 55.65%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 43.54%.