Kandar - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Kandar is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Maruabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandar is 402467. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 759039 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandar
As per Census 2011, Kandar village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 264 males and 236 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 264 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 225 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 193 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 71 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Kandar
Kandar 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 Kandar
Kandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kandar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kandar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandar 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 Kandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandar 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 Kandar
Where is Kandar located?
Kandar village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandar is Maruabili.
What is the pincode of Kandar?
The pincode of Kandar is 759039.
What is the population of Kandar?
Kandar has a total population of 500, including 264 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kandar?
There are 90 households in Kandar.
What is the literacy rate in Kandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandar is 62.40%. Male literacy is 73.11% and female literacy is 50.42%.