Kendupalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Kendupalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Badagada and around 86 km from Chatrapur. Baharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendupalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendupalli is 411110. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kendupalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendupalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kendupalli village had a total population of 616 people, including 309 males and 307 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 82.42% and female literacy at 62.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 616 | 309 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 225 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 84 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Kendupalli
Kendupalli 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 Kendupalli
Kendupalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Kendupalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kendupalli is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendupalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendupalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kendupalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendupalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kendupalli
Where is Kendupalli located?
Kendupalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kendupalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendupalli is Baharpur.
What is the pincode of Kendupalli?
The pincode of Kendupalli is 761109.
What is the population of Kendupalli?
Kendupalli had a total population of 616, including 309 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Kendupalli?
Kendupalli had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendupalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendupalli was 72.61%. Male literacy was 82.42% and female literacy was 62.73%.