Kandragadia - Khaira, Balasore
Kandragadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Khaira and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Sarkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandragadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandragadia is 393490. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kandragadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandragadia
As per Census 2011, Kandragadia village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 66 males and 70 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandragadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kandragadia
Kandragadia 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 Kandragadia
Kandragadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Kandragadia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kandragadia is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandragadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandragadia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandragadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandragadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandragadia
Where is Kandragadia located?
Kandragadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandragadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandragadia is Sarkona.
What is the pincode of Kandragadia?
The pincode of Kandragadia is 756048.
What is the population of Kandragadia?
Kandragadia has a total population of 136, including 66 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kandragadia?
There are 28 households in Kandragadia.
What is the literacy rate in Kandragadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandragadia is 67.65%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 58.57%.