Kakudia(L) - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Kakudia(L) is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Mahulpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakudia(L) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakudia(L) is 402381. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kakudia(L) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakudia(L)
According to the 2011 Census, Kakudia(L) village had a total population of 30 people, including 14 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 73.33%.
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 | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kakudia(L)
Kakudia(L) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saruali | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Bampu | East | 2.67 km |
| Tentulisingha | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Bhagirathipur | West | 3.02 km |
| Mota | East | 3.52 km |
| Malapura | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Jiridamali | North | 3.72 km |
| Benupa | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Balabhadrapurpatna | North | 4.26 km |
| Padhanabereni | West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakudia(L)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kakudia(L). The nearest railway station is Mahadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Kakudia(L) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kakudia(L) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakudia(L)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakudia(L) 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 Kakudia(L)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakudia(L) 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 Kakudia(L)
Where is Kakudia(L) located?
Kakudia(L) village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakudia(L)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakudia(L) is Mahulpal.
What is the pincode of Kakudia(L)?
The pincode of Kakudia(L) is 759017.
What is the population of Kakudia(L)?
Kakudia(L) had a total population of 30, including 14 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Kakudia(L)?
Kakudia(L) had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakudia(L)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakudia(L) was 82.76%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 73.33%.