Komtalpeta - Rayagada
Komtalpeta is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumitipentha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Komtalpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Komtalpeta is 426320. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Komtalpeta 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 Komtalpeta
As per Census 2011, Komtalpeta village has a total population of 3,817 people, consisting of 1,894 males and 1,923 females. The village has 936 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,181 literate and 1,636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 923 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Komtalpeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,817 | 1,894 | 1,923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 260 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 395 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 923 | 448 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 2,181 | 1,238 | 943 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,636 | 656 | 980 |
Nearby Villages of Komtalpeta
Komtalpeta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakurguda | South | 1.58 km |
| Kolijingi (purunaguda) | West | 1.70 km |
| Sindhubadi | East | 1.94 km |
| Amalabhata (tamparguda) | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Biranarayanpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Kandhamaligan | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Kotapeta | South | 2.82 km |
| Singanapur | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Silitiguda | West | 3.03 km |
| Bhujabala | East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Komtalpeta
Komtalpeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singapuram Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Komtalpeta is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Komtalpeta is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Komtalpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Komtalpeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Komtalpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Komtalpeta 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Komtalpeta
Where is Komtalpeta located?
Komtalpeta village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Komtalpeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Komtalpeta is Kumitipentha.
What is the pincode of Komtalpeta?
The pincode of Komtalpeta is 765017.
What is the population of Komtalpeta?
Komtalpeta has a total population of 3,817, including 1,894 males and 1,923 females.
How many households are there in Komtalpeta?
There are 936 households in Komtalpeta.
What is the literacy rate in Komtalpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Komtalpeta is 57.14%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 49.04%.