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
According to the 2011 Census, Kantarabali village had a total population of 141 people, including 73 males and 68 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.09%, with male literacy at 54.41% and female literacy at 32.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 141, including 73 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kantarabali?
Kantarabali had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantarabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantarabali was 44.09%. Male literacy was 54.41% and female literacy was 32.20%.