Kharmunda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Kharmunda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharmunda is 381965. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kharmunda 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 Kharmunda
As per Census 2011, Kharmunda village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 290 males and 301 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 290 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 124 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 207 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 83 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Kharmunda
Kharmunda 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 Kharmunda
Public transport in the Kharmunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kochinda to Kharmunda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kharmunda is about 40 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 Kharmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharmunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharmunda
Where is Kharmunda located?
Kharmunda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharmunda is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Kharmunda?
The pincode of Kharmunda is 768107.
What is the population of Kharmunda?
Kharmunda has a total population of 591, including 290 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Kharmunda?
There are 142 households in Kharmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kharmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharmunda is 56.68%. Male literacy is 71.38% and female literacy is 42.52%.