Kandel
About Kandel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandel village is 422342. Kandel village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kandel village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 592 hectares. Kandel has a total population of 2,207 peoples, out of which male population is 1,123 while female population is 1,084. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 965 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandel village is 63.66% out of which 72.66% males and 54.34% females are literate. There are about 594 houses in kandel village. Pincode of kandel village locality is 766012.
When it comes to administration, Kandel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandel village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to kandel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kandel
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,123 | 1,084 |
| Children (0-6) | 284 | 139 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 218 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 816 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 307 | 495 |
Connectivity of Kandel
| 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 village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandel
Where is Kandel located?
Kandel village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandel?
Kandel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kandel?
The pincode of Kandel is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandel is 2,207, with 1,123 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Kandel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandel village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandel is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 54.34%.