Kitarambu - Gudari, Rayagada
Kitarambu is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kitarambu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kitarambu is 426889. The village covers a total geographical area of 545 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Kitarambu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kitarambu
According to the 2011 Census, Kitarambu village had a total population of 263 people, including 135 males and 128 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.60%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 0.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 38 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 97 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kitarambu
Kitarambu 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 Kitarambu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kitarambu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kitarambu is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kitarambu is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kitarambu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kitarambu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kitarambu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kitarambu 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 Kitarambu
Where is Kitarambu located?
Kitarambu village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kitarambu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kitarambu is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Kitarambu?
The pincode of Kitarambu is 765026.
What is the population of Kitarambu?
Kitarambu had a total population of 263, including 135 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Kitarambu?
Kitarambu had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitarambu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitarambu was 19.60%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 0.96%.