Kodangkel - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kodangkel is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Meromgutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodangkel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodangkel is 377123. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Kodangkel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodangkel
According to the 2011 Census, Kodangkel village had a total population of 352 people, including 191 males and 161 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.24%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 34.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 352 | 191 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 157 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 90 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 101 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Kodangkel
Kodangkel 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 Kodangkel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kodangkel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Kodangkel is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodangkel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodangkel 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kodangkel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodangkel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kodangkel
Where is Kodangkel located?
Kodangkel village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodangkel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodangkel is Meromgutu.
What is the pincode of Kodangkel?
The pincode of Kodangkel is 833201.
What is the population of Kodangkel?
Kodangkel had a total population of 352, including 191 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Kodangkel?
Kodangkel had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodangkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodangkel was 47.24%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 34.81%.