Kenadand - Kansabel, Jashpur
Kenadand is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sagibhawana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenadand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenadand is 433727. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.36 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kenadand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenadand
As per Census 2011, Kenadand village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 113 males and 115 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenadand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 101 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 79 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 34 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kenadand
Kenadand 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 Kenadand
Kenadand 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Kenadand is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kenadand is about 76 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 Kenadand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenadand 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kenadand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenadand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kenadand
Where is Kenadand located?
Kenadand village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenadand?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenadand is Sagibhawana.
What is the pincode of Kenadand?
The pincode of Kenadand is 496223.
What is the population of Kenadand?
Kenadand has a total population of 228, including 113 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kenadand?
There are 58 households in Kenadand.
What is the literacy rate in Kenadand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenadand is 56.14%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 42.61%.