Kandei
Kandei is a village located in Turekela tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Turekela (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Kandei village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandei unique in its vibrant Turekela-Balangir region. You’ll see Kandei’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kandei
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandei is 420893. The village spans a total geographical area of 303 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767040. Kantabanji is nearest town to Kandei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Kandei
Population of Kandei
According to the 2011 Census, Kandei has a total population of about 954, with approximately 474 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 95 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.65%, with male literacy at about 59.07% and female literacy near 34.38%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandei's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 474 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 280 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 194 | 315 |
Connectivity of Kandei
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandei. As per the 2011 stats, Kandei had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandei
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandei.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandei
- Where is Kandei located?
- Kandei village is situated in Turekela Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandei?
- Kandei serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandei?
- The pincode of Kandei is 767040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandei is 954, with 474 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Kandei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandei village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandei as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandei is 46.65%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 34.38%.