Bad-Kundesara - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Bad-Kundesara is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kulundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bad-Kundesara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bad-Kundesara is 381996. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bad-Kundesara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bad-Kundesara
As per Census 2011, Bad-Kundesara village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 215 males and 204 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bad-Kundesara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 215 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 189 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 26 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Bad-Kundesara
Bad-Kundesara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudguda | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Kumkapali | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Haldibahal | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Kulundi | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Sahajbahal | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kusuli | West | 2.83 km |
| Kantiali | North | 2.95 km |
| Turukchuan | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Khairmal | North | 3.30 km |
| Bhograpali | North | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bad-Kundesara
Bad-Kundesara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maneswar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Bad-Kundesara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bad-Kundesara is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bad-Kundesara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bad-Kundesara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bad-Kundesara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bad-Kundesara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bad-Kundesara
Where is Bad-Kundesara located?
Bad-Kundesara village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bad-Kundesara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bad-Kundesara is Kulundi.
What is the pincode of Bad-Kundesara?
The pincode of Bad-Kundesara is 768107.
What is the population of Bad-Kundesara?
Bad-Kundesara has a total population of 419, including 215 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Bad-Kundesara?
There are 113 households in Bad-Kundesara.
What is the literacy rate in Bad-Kundesara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad-Kundesara is 75.42%. Male literacy is 87.91% and female literacy is 62.25%.