Kamandalei - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Kamandalei is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bampa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamandalei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamandalei is 403067. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kamandalei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamandalei
According to the 2011 Census, Kamandalei village had a total population of 315 people, including 166 males and 149 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.28%, with male literacy at 83.69% and female literacy at 66.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 166 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 166 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 118 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 48 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kamandalei
Kamandalei 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 Kamandalei
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kamandalei.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anugul to Kamandalei is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kamandalei is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamandalei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamandalei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamandalei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamandalei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamandalei
Where is Kamandalei located?
Kamandalei village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamandalei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamandalei is Bampa.
What is the pincode of Kamandalei?
The pincode of Kamandalei is 759022.
What is the population of Kamandalei?
Kamandalei had a total population of 315, including 166 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Kamandalei?
Kamandalei had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamandalei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamandalei was 75.28%. Male literacy was 83.69% and female literacy was 66.15%.