Kenduapada - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Kenduapada is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Maruabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenduapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenduapada is 402480. The village falls under the 759039 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kenduapada 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 Kenduapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kenduapada village had a total population of 650 people, including 309 males and 341 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.84%, with male literacy at 47.04% and female literacy at 31.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 565.
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 | 650 | 309 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 267 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 119 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 190 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Kenduapada
Kenduapada 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 Kenduapada
Kenduapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Kenduapada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kenduapada is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenduapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenduapada 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 Kenduapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenduapada 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 Kenduapada
Where is Kenduapada located?
Kenduapada village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenduapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenduapada is Maruabili.
What is the pincode of Kenduapada?
The pincode of Kenduapada is 759039.
What is the population of Kenduapada?
Kenduapada had a total population of 650, including 309 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Kenduapada?
Kenduapada had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenduapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenduapada was 38.84%. Male literacy was 47.04% and female literacy was 31.43%.