Kankarada - Nuagad, Gajapati
Kankarada is a village situated in the Nuagad tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from R.udaygiri and around 60 km from Paralakhemundi. Attarasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankarada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankarada is 414182. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. R. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kankarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankarada
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarada village had a total population of 562 people, including 266 males and 296 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.13%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 541.
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 | 562 | 266 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 253 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 177 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 89 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Kankarada
Kankarada 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 Kankarada
Kankarada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 R. Udayagiri to Kankarada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Kankarada 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 Kankarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankarada 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 Kankarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankarada 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 Kankarada
Where is Kankarada located?
Kankarada village is located in Nuagad Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankarada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankarada is Attarasingi.
What is the pincode of Kankarada?
The pincode of Kankarada is 761016.
What is the population of Kankarada?
Kankarada had a total population of 562, including 266 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Kankarada?
Kankarada had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankarada was 63.13%. Male literacy was 78.32% and female literacy was 49.61%.