Kandheikela - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kandheikela is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Rengali and around 93 km from Jharsuguda. Kandheikela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandheikela is 380999. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Kandheikela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandheikela
As per Census 2011, Kandheikela village has a total population of 3,227 people, consisting of 1,629 males and 1,598 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 1,188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 665 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandheikela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,227 | 1,629 | 1,598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 177 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 287 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 338 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,157 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 472 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Kandheikela
Kandheikela 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 Kandheikela
Kandheikela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Belpahar to Kandheikela is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kandheikela is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandheikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandheikela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandheikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandheikela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandheikela
Where is Kandheikela located?
Kandheikela village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandheikela?
Kandheikela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandheikela?
The pincode of Kandheikela is 768226.
What is the population of Kandheikela?
Kandheikela has a total population of 3,227, including 1,629 males and 1,598 females.
How many households are there in Kandheikela?
There are 744 households in Kandheikela.
What is the literacy rate in Kandheikela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandheikela is 63.19%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 55.19%.