Kantarabali - Muniguda, Rayagada
Kantarabali is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantarabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantarabali is 424881. The village covers a total geographical area of 386 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Kantarabali 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 Kantarabali
As per Census 2011, Kantarabali village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 73 males and 68 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantarabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kantarabali
Kantarabali 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 Kantarabali
Kantarabali 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 Kantarabali is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kantarabali is about 79 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 Kantarabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantarabali 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 Kantarabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantarabali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kantarabali
Where is Kantarabali located?
Kantarabali village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantarabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantarabali is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Kantarabali?
The pincode of Kantarabali is 765020.
What is the population of Kantarabali?
Kantarabali has a total population of 141, including 73 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kantarabali?
There are 42 households in Kantarabali.
What is the literacy rate in Kantarabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantarabali is 39.72%. Male literacy is 50.68% and female literacy is 27.94%.