Kandarai - Buguda, Ganjam
Kandarai is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Manitara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandarai is 410361. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kandarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandarai
As per Census 2011, Kandarai village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 37 males and 39 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kandarai
Kandarai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Digi | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Nuapalli | North | 1.83 km |
| Belaguma | North | 2.71 km |
| Nimapalli | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Karadapalli | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Samalai | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Manitara | West | 4.12 km |
| Bhogoda | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Takarada | South | 4.25 km |
| Karachuli | East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandarai
Kandarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Kandarai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kandarai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandarai 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 Kandarai
Where is Kandarai located?
Kandarai village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandarai is Manitara.
What is the pincode of Kandarai?
The pincode of Kandarai is 761118.
What is the population of Kandarai?
Kandarai has a total population of 76, including 37 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Kandarai?
There are 25 households in Kandarai.
What is the literacy rate in Kandarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandarai is 47.37%. Male literacy is 48.65% and female literacy is 46.15%.