Kendupadara - Asika, Ganjam
Kendupadara is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Jayapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendupadara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendupadara is 411280. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kendupadara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kendupadara
As per Census 2011, Kendupadara village has a total population of 1,574 people, consisting of 815 males and 759 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendupadara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 815 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 628 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 187 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Kendupadara
Kendupadara 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 Kendupadara
Public transport in the Kendupadara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Asika to Kendupadara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kendupadara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendupadara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendupadara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kendupadara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendupadara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kendupadara
Where is Kendupadara located?
Kendupadara village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendupadara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendupadara is Jayapur.
What is the pincode of Kendupadara?
The pincode of Kendupadara is 761110.
What is the population of Kendupadara?
Kendupadara has a total population of 1,574, including 815 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Kendupadara?
There are 316 households in Kendupadara.
What is the literacy rate in Kendupadara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendupadara is 67.79%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 57.84%.