Kudankhol - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Kudankhol is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kulundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudankhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudankhol is 382004. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kudankhol 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 Kudankhol
According to the 2011 Census, Kudankhol village had a total population of 186 people, including 90 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 76.71% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Kudankhol
Kudankhol 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 Kudankhol
Kudankhol 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 Sambalpur to Kudankhol is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudankhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudankhol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kudankhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudankhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kudankhol
Where is Kudankhol located?
Kudankhol village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudankhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudankhol is Kulundi.
What is the pincode of Kudankhol?
The pincode of Kudankhol is 768107.
What is the population of Kudankhol?
Kudankhol had a total population of 186, including 90 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kudankhol?
Kudankhol had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kudankhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudankhol was 64.29%. Male literacy was 76.71% and female literacy was 53.09%.