Kidimati - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kidimati is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kidimati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidimati is 425277. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kidimati 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 Kidimati
According to the 2011 Census, Kidimati village had a total population of 179 people, including 89 males and 90 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.30%, with male literacy at 16.42% and female literacy at 1.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 11 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 78 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kidimati
Kidimati 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 Kidimati
Kidimati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gunupur to Kidimati is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kidimati is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidimati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidimati 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kidimati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidimati 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kidimati
Where is Kidimati located?
Kidimati village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kidimati?
The Gram Panchayat of Kidimati is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Kidimati?
The pincode of Kidimati is 765019.
What is the population of Kidimati?
Kidimati had a total population of 179, including 89 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kidimati?
Kidimati had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kidimati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidimati was 9.30%. Male literacy was 16.42% and female literacy was 1.61%.