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
According to the 2011 Census, Kandar village had a total population of 500 people, including 264 males and 236 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.43%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 56.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 421.
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 | 500 | 264 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 500, including 264 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kandar?
Kandar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandar was 70.43%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 56.13%.