Kandigam

Kandigam is a village located in Khalikote tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Khalikote (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanhaipur is the gram panchayat of Kandigam village.

Kandigam has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kandigam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandigam is 411872. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761029. Khalikote is nearest town to Kandigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Kandigam

Below is a concise population overview of Kandigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,237 652 585
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 144 74 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 326 175 151
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 832 493 339
Illiterate Population 405 159 246

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandigam village:

  • The total population of Kandigam village is around 1,237, including approximately 652 males and 585 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Kandigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandigam village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandigam village is about 67.26%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 57.95%.
  • There are around 286 households in Kandigam village.

Connectivity of Kandigam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kandigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kandigam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandigam.

Khammar Bikrmpur Purunabedha Sakharpoibanjar Gurunthi Kalakhuntabanjar Jemadeipur Longharasrikrushnasaranpur Panditagaon Singadapalli Gurapalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandigam

Where is Kandigam located?
Kandigam village is situated in Khalikote Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandigam is Kanhaipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandigam?
The pincode of Kandigam is 761029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandigam is 1,237, with 652 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Kandigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandigam village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandigam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandigam is 67.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.61%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.