Kaunsipal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Kaunsipal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Similipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaunsipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaunsipal is 382528. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kaunsipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaunsipal
According to the 2011 Census, Kaunsipal village had a total population of 281 people, including 135 males and 146 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.24%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 72.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 29 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kaunsipal
Kaunsipal 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 Kaunsipal
Kaunsipal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Redhakhol to Kaunsipal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kaunsipal is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaunsipal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaunsipal 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 Kaunsipal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaunsipal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaunsipal
Where is Kaunsipal located?
Kaunsipal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaunsipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaunsipal is Similipal.
What is the pincode of Kaunsipal?
The pincode of Kaunsipal is 768106.
What is the population of Kaunsipal?
Kaunsipal had a total population of 281, including 135 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Kaunsipal?
Kaunsipal had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaunsipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaunsipal was 80.24%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 72.93%.