Kangatuma - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kangatuma is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangatuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangatuma is 425857. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kangatuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kangatuma
As per Census 2011, Kangatuma village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 80 males and 88 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kangatuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 40 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 40 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kangatuma
Kangatuma 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 Kangatuma
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kangatuma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Kangatuma is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kangatuma is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangatuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangatuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kangatuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangatuma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kangatuma
Where is Kangatuma located?
Kangatuma village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangatuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangatuma is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Kangatuma?
The pincode of Kangatuma is 765015.
What is the population of Kangatuma?
Kangatuma has a total population of 168, including 80 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kangatuma?
There are 49 households in Kangatuma.
What is the literacy rate in Kangatuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangatuma is 33.93%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 19.32%.