Kandhachandanapedi - Buguda, Ganjam
Kandhachandanapedi is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Antarapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhachandanapedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhachandanapedi is 410441. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kandhachandanapedi 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 Kandhachandanapedi
As per Census 2011, Kandhachandanapedi village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 128 males and 139 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandhachandanapedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 128 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 29 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhachandanapedi
Kandhachandanapedi 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 Kandhachandanapedi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kandhachandanapedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kandhachandanapedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kandhachandanapedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhachandanapedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhachandanapedi 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 Kandhachandanapedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhachandanapedi 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 Kandhachandanapedi
Where is Kandhachandanapedi located?
Kandhachandanapedi village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhachandanapedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhachandanapedi is Antarapada.
What is the pincode of Kandhachandanapedi?
The pincode of Kandhachandanapedi is 761118.
What is the population of Kandhachandanapedi?
Kandhachandanapedi has a total population of 267, including 128 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kandhachandanapedi?
There are 66 households in Kandhachandanapedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhachandanapedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhachandanapedi is 67.04%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 57.55%.