Kamkeda - Komna, Nuapada
Kamkeda is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamkeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamkeda is 421823. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kamkeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamkeda
As per Census 2011, Kamkeda village has a total population of 1,572 people, consisting of 839 males and 733 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamkeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,572 | 839 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,310 | 699 | 611 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 537 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 302 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Kamkeda
Kamkeda 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 Kamkeda
Public transport in the Kamkeda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kamkeda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kamkeda is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kamkeda is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamkeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamkeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamkeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamkeda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamkeda
Where is Kamkeda located?
Kamkeda village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamkeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamkeda is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Kamkeda?
The pincode of Kamkeda is 766106.
What is the population of Kamkeda?
Kamkeda has a total population of 1,572, including 839 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Kamkeda?
There are 342 households in Kamkeda.
What is the literacy rate in Kamkeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamkeda is 49.05%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 31.92%.