Kodankel - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Kodankel is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Gudari and around 120 km from Chaibasa. Tomdel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodankel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodankel is 377035. The village covers a total geographical area of 639 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kodankel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodankel
According to the 2011 Census, Kodankel village had a total population of 642 people, including 321 males and 321 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 70.91% and female literacy at 47.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 640.
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 | 642 | 321 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 640 | 321 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 195 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 126 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kodankel
Kodankel 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 Kodankel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kodankel.
| 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 Chaibasa to Kodankel is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodankel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodankel 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 Kodankel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodankel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kodankel
Where is Kodankel located?
Kodankel village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kodankel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodankel is Tomdel.
What is the pincode of Kodankel?
The pincode of Kodankel is 833201.
What is the population of Kodankel?
Kodankel had a total population of 642, including 321 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kodankel?
Kodankel had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodankel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodankel was 59.52%. Male literacy was 70.91% and female literacy was 47.97%.