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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandigam unique in its vibrant Khalikote-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kandigam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kandigam
Population of Kandigam
According to the 2011 Census, Kandigam has a total population of about 1,237, with approximately 652 males and 585 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.26%, with male literacy at about 75.61% and female literacy near 57.95%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.