Sri Adikandapur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Sri Adikandapur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sidheswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sri Adikandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sri Adikandapur is 412753. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 761054 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sri Adikandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sri Adikandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sri Adikandapur village had a total population of 722 people, including 363 males and 359 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.36%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 47.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 722 | 363 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 224 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 139 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Sri Adikandapur
Sri Adikandapur 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 Sri Adikandapur
Sri Adikandapur 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 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 Digapahandi to Sri Adikandapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sri Adikandapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sri Adikandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sri Adikandapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sri Adikandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sri Adikandapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sri Adikandapur
Where is Sri Adikandapur located?
Sri Adikandapur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sri Adikandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sri Adikandapur is Sidheswar.
What is the pincode of Sri Adikandapur?
The pincode of Sri Adikandapur is 761054.
What is the population of Sri Adikandapur?
Sri Adikandapur had a total population of 722, including 363 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Sri Adikandapur?
Sri Adikandapur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sri Adikandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sri Adikandapur was 61.36%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 47.25%.