Kandapala - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Kandapala is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kandapala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandapala is 380806. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kandapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandapala
As per Census 2011, Kandapala village has a total population of 2,004 people, consisting of 1,020 males and 984 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,384 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandapala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,004 | 1,020 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 200 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 310 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 1,384 | 794 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 226 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Kandapala
Kandapala 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 Kandapala
Kandapala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bargarh to Kandapala is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandapala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandapala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandapala
Where is Kandapala located?
Kandapala village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandapala?
Kandapala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandapala?
The pincode of Kandapala is 768045.
What is the population of Kandapala?
Kandapala has a total population of 2,004, including 1,020 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Kandapala?
There are 468 households in Kandapala.
What is the literacy rate in Kandapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandapala is 69.06%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 59.96%.