Kendumunda - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Kendumunda is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendumunda is 382441. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kendumunda village had a total population of 91 people, including 47 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.59%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kendumunda
Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
Kendumunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kendumunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Kendumunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kendumunda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendumunda 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 Kendumunda
Where is Kendumunda located?
Kendumunda village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendumunda is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Kendumunda?
The pincode of Kendumunda is 768106.
What is the population of Kendumunda?
Kendumunda had a total population of 91, including 47 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kendumunda?
Kendumunda had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendumunda was 86.59%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 73.68%.