Kandaripadar - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Kandaripadar is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mundaraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandaripadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandaripadar is 423839. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 766013 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kandaripadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandaripadar
As per Census 2011, Kandaripadar village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 184 males and 198 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandaripadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 184 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 86 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 98 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Kandaripadar
Kandaripadar 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 Kandaripadar
Kandaripadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kandaripadar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kandaripadar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandaripadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandaripadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandaripadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandaripadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandaripadar
Where is Kandaripadar located?
Kandaripadar village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandaripadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandaripadar is Mundaraguda.
What is the pincode of Kandaripadar?
The pincode of Kandaripadar is 766013.
What is the population of Kandaripadar?
Kandaripadar has a total population of 382, including 184 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Kandaripadar?
There are 105 households in Kandaripadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kandaripadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandaripadar is 35.60%. Male literacy is 46.74% and female literacy is 25.25%.