Kandarpur
Kandarpur is a Town and Tehsil in Cuttack District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kandarpur Block (CD) is 02963. The total area of Kandarpur Tehsil is 34 km². Kandarpur has a sex ratio of approximately 959 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kandarpur Tehsil
Kandarpur Tehsil has a total of 25 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kandarpur Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alarpur | Kandarpur | Cuttack (25 km) |
| 2 | Athanga | Kandarpur | Cuttack (20 km) |
| 3 | Ayatpur | Ayatpur | Cuttack (20 km) |
| 4 | Bamburi | Kandarpur | Cuttack (18 km) |
| 5 | Biribati | Nimeisapur | Cuttack (8 km) |
| 6 | Brahmanbadi | Ayatpur | Cuttack (24 km) |
| 7 | Damodarpur | Ayatpur | Cuttack (25 km) |
| 8 | Danduasipara | Ayatpur | Cuttack (21 km) |
| 9 | Deopur | Nimeisapur | Cuttack (11 km) |
| 10 | Dighi | Nimeisapur | Cuttack (12 km) |
| 11 | Hatsahi | Paramahansa | Cuttack (15 km) |
| 12 | Kamapur | Kandarpur | Cuttack (20 km) |
| 13 | Kandarpur | Kandarpur | Cuttack (19 km) |
| 14 | Kespur | Ayatpur | Cuttack (20 km) |
| 15 | Korpada | Kandarpur | Cuttack (17 km) |
| 16 | Kusinga | Paramahansa | Cuttack (11 km) |
| 17 | Laxminarayanpur | Kandarpur | Cuttack (18 km) |
| 18 | Matagajpur | Paramahansa | Cuttack (14 km) |
| 19 | Nimeisapur | Nimeisapur | Cuttack (11 km) |
| 20 | Paramahansa | Paramahansa | Cuttack (17 km) |
| 21 | Phakirpara | Fakirapada | Cuttack (17 km) |
| 22 | Raghunathpur | Paramahansa | Cuttack (17 km) |
| 23 | Rajahansa | Paramahansa | Cuttack (9 km) |
| 24 | Saphipur | Paramahansa | Cuttack (11 km) |
| 25 | Sidheswarpur | Kandarpur | Cuttack (25 km) |
Population of Kandarpur Tehsil
The population profile of Kandarpur Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kandarpur Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,732 | 33,732 | N/A |
| Male Population | 17,218 | 17,218 | N/A |
| Female Population | 16,514 | 16,514 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,490 | 3,490 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,824 | 1,824 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,666 | 1,666 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 25,179 | 25,179 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,932 | 13,932 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,247 | 11,247 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 8,553 | 8,553 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,286 | 3,286 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,267 | 5,267 | N/A |
| Total Households | 7,197 | 7,197 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 33,732 people. Includes nearly 17,218 males and 16,514 females. Rural population is about 33,732 people.
- There are around 3,490 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,824 boys and 1,666 girls.
- Literate population is about 25,179 people. Non-literate population is around 8,553 people.
- There are nearly 7,197 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kandarpur Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,602 | 10,602 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,296 | 5,296 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,306 | 5,306 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 703 | 703 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 366 | 366 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 337 | 337 | N/A |
| Population Density | 993 / km² | 993 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kandarpur Tehsil is approximately 10,602 people, including 5,296 males and 5,306 females. Around 10,602 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kandarpur Tehsil is about 703 people, including 366 males and 337 females. Around 703 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 993 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 993 people per sq. km.