Kumbhia - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kumbhia is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhia is 425326. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Kumbhia 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 Kumbhia
As per Census 2011, Kumbhia village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 57 males and 59 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 51 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhia
Kumbhia 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 Kumbhia
Kumbhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kumbhia is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kumbhia is about 71 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 Kumbhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhia 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 Kumbhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumbhia
Where is Kumbhia located?
Kumbhia village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbhia is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Kumbhia?
The pincode of Kumbhia is 765019.
What is the population of Kumbhia?
Kumbhia has a total population of 116, including 57 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhia?
There are 28 households in Kumbhia.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhia is 6.90%. Male literacy is 10.53% and female literacy is 3.39%.