Kidanganad - Sulthanbathery, Wayanad
Kidanganad is a village situated in the Sulthanbathery taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sulthanbathery and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Noolpuzha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kidanganad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidanganad is 627313. The village covers a total geographical area of 17521 hectares and falls under the 673592 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kidanganad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sulthanbathery Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kidanganad
As per Census 2011, Kidanganad village has a total population of 9,122 people, consisting of 4,515 males and 4,607 females. The village has 2,216 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,076 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,312 literate and 2,810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kidanganad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,122 | 4,515 | 4,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,076 | 556 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,409 | 1,640 | 1,769 |
| Literate Population | 6,312 | 3,287 | 3,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,810 | 1,228 | 1,582 |
Nearby Villages of Kidanganad
Kidanganad 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 Kidanganad
Kidanganad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalpetta to Kidanganad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidanganad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidanganad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kidanganad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidanganad 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 Kidanganad
Where is Kidanganad located?
Kidanganad village is located in Sulthanbathery Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kidanganad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kidanganad is Noolpuzha.
What is the pincode of Kidanganad?
The pincode of Kidanganad is 673592.
What is the population of Kidanganad?
Kidanganad has a total population of 9,122, including 4,515 males and 4,607 females.
How many households are there in Kidanganad?
There are 2,216 households in Kidanganad.
What is the literacy rate in Kidanganad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidanganad is 69.20%. Male literacy is 72.80% and female literacy is 65.66%.