Kandakuda
Kandakuda is a village located in Brajarajnagar tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Brajarajnagar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Chandinimal is the gram panchayat of Kandakuda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandakuda unique in its vibrant Brajarajnagar-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Kandakuda’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 Kandakuda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandakuda is 381086. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768216. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Kandakuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandakuda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandakuda
Population of Kandakuda
According to the 2011 Census, Kandakuda has a total population of about 197, with approximately 108 males and 89 females. The sex ratio is around 824 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.82%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 40.45%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandakuda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 108 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 72 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Connectivity of Kandakuda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandakuda. As per the 2011 stats, Kandakuda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandakuda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandakuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandakuda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandakuda
- Where is Kandakuda located?
- Kandakuda village is situated in Brajarajnagar Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandakuda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandakuda is Chandinimal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandakuda?
- The pincode of Kandakuda is 768216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandakuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandakuda is 197, with 108 males and 89 females.
- How many households are there in Kandakuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandakuda village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandakuda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandakuda is 54.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 40.45%.