Kendumundi - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Kendumundi is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Mahardapalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendumundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendumundi is 388457. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kendumundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendumundi
As per Census 2011, Kendumundi village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 55 males and 48 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendumundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kendumundi
Kendumundi 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 Kendumundi
Kendumundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kendumundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Kendumundi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kendumundi 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 Kendumundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendumundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kendumundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendumundi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kendumundi
Where is Kendumundi located?
Kendumundi village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendumundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendumundi is Mahardapalsa.
What is the pincode of Kendumundi?
The pincode of Kendumundi is 757034.
What is the population of Kendumundi?
Kendumundi has a total population of 103, including 55 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kendumundi?
There are 30 households in Kendumundi.
What is the literacy rate in Kendumundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendumundi is 75.73%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 70.83%.