Kutamal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kutamal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutamal is 425769. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Kutamal 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 Kutamal
According to the 2011 Census, Kutamal village had a total population of 469 people, including 222 males and 247 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.64%, with male literacy at 41.18% and female literacy at 18.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 469 | 222 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 179 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 77 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 145 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Kutamal
Kutamal 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 Kutamal
Kutamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kutamal is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kutamal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutamal 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 Kutamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutamal 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 Kutamal
Where is Kutamal located?
Kutamal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutamal is Sunger.
What is the pincode of Kutamal?
The pincode of Kutamal is 765015.
What is the population of Kutamal?
Kutamal had a total population of 469, including 222 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Kutamal?
Kutamal had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutamal was 29.64%. Male literacy was 41.18% and female literacy was 18.91%.