Kakarmaska - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kakarmaska is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hajaridang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarmaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarmaska is 425322. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Kakarmaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakarmaska
According to the 2011 Census, Kakarmaska village had a total population of 243 people, including 104 males and 139 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,337 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.14%, with male literacy at 53.49% and female literacy at 25.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 243 | 104 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 87 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 58 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarmaska
Kakarmaska 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 Kakarmaska
Public transport in the Kakarmaska is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kakarmaska.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kakarmaska is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kakarmaska is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakarmaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarmaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarmaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarmaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kakarmaska
Where is Kakarmaska located?
Kakarmaska village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakarmaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarmaska is Hajaridang.
What is the pincode of Kakarmaska?
The pincode of Kakarmaska is 765019.
What is the population of Kakarmaska?
Kakarmaska had a total population of 243, including 104 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kakarmaska?
Kakarmaska had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarmaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarmaska was 37.14%. Male literacy was 53.49% and female literacy was 25.81%.