Kendai Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Kendai is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Kendai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendai is 436089. The village covers a total geographical area of 2216.95 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kendai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendai
As per Census 2011, Kendai village has a total population of 2,467 people, consisting of 1,277 males and 1,190 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 1,329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,821 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,467 | 1,277 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 208 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,821 | 952 | 869 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 707 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 570 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Kendai
Kendai 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 Kendai
Kendai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Katghora to Kendai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Kendai is about 92 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 Kendai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendai 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 Kendai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kendai
Where is Kendai located?
Kendai village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendai?
Kendai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kendai?
The pincode of Kendai is 495448.
What is the population of Kendai?
Kendai has a total population of 2,467, including 1,277 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in Kendai?
There are 609 households in Kendai.
What is the literacy rate in Kendai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendai is 46.13%. Male literacy is 55.36% and female literacy is 36.22%.