Kumbharshila - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kumbharshila is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kashipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbharshila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbharshila is 425934. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Kumbharshila 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 Kumbharshila
As per Census 2011, Kumbharshila village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 468 males and 478 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbharshila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 468 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 239 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 229 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbharshila
Kumbharshila 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 Kumbharshila
Kumbharshila 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kumbharshila is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kumbharshila is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbharshila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbharshila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbharshila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbharshila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kumbharshila
Where is Kumbharshila located?
Kumbharshila village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbharshila?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbharshila is Kashipur.
What is the pincode of Kumbharshila?
The pincode of Kumbharshila is 765015.
What is the population of Kumbharshila?
Kumbharshila has a total population of 946, including 468 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Kumbharshila?
There are 274 households in Kumbharshila.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbharshila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbharshila is 40.06%. Male literacy is 51.07% and female literacy is 29.29%.