Kandarasuni - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Kandarasuni is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bampa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandarasuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandarasuni is 403088. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kandarasuni 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 Kandarasuni
As per Census 2011, Kandarasuni village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 539 males and 511 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandarasuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 539 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 219 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 644 | 370 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 169 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Kandarasuni
Kandarasuni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Purusottampur | South | 1.42 km |
| Nizgarh(hindol) | West | 1.91 km |
| Alusinga | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Rajamohanpur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Sinkhola | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Tantichira | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Pathanipota | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Radhanathapur | West | 3.99 km |
| Kukupangi | East | 4.22 km |
| Dholapathar | West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandarasuni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kandarasuni. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Kandarasuni is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kandarasuni is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandarasuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandarasuni 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 Kandarasuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandarasuni 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 Kandarasuni
Where is Kandarasuni located?
Kandarasuni village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandarasuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandarasuni is Bampa.
What is the pincode of Kandarasuni?
The pincode of Kandarasuni is 759022.
What is the population of Kandarasuni?
Kandarasuni has a total population of 1,050, including 539 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Kandarasuni?
There are 277 households in Kandarasuni.
What is the literacy rate in Kandarasuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandarasuni is 61.33%. Male literacy is 68.65% and female literacy is 53.62%.