Kandheikela
Kandheikela is a village located in Rengali tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Rengali (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Kandheikela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandheikela unique in its vibrant Rengali-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Kandheikela’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 Kandheikela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandheikela is 380999. The village spans a total geographical area of 1080 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768226. Belpahar is nearest town to Kandheikela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandheikela 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 Kandheikela
Population of Kandheikela
According to the 2011 Census, Kandheikela has a total population of about 3,227, with approximately 1,629 males and 1,598 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 352 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 570 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 665. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.19%, with male literacy at about 71.03% and female literacy near 55.19%. There are around 744 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandheikela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kandheikela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandheikela. As per the 2011 stats, Kandheikela 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandheikela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandheikela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandheikela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandheikela
- Where is Kandheikela located?
- Kandheikela village is situated in Rengali Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandheikela?
- Kandheikela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandheikela?
- The pincode of Kandheikela is 768226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandheikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandheikela is 3,227, with 1,629 males and 1,598 females.
- How many households are there in Kandheikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandheikela village has a total of 744 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandheikela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandheikela is 63.19%. The male literacy rate is 71.03%, while the female literacy rate is 55.19%.