Kandel
Kandel is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandel unique in its vibrant Kesinga-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kandel’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 Kandel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandel is 422342. The village spans a total geographical area of 592 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Kandel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandel 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 Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandel
Population of Kandel
According to the 2011 Census, Kandel has a total population of about 2,207, with approximately 1,123 males and 1,084 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 284 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 433. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.66%, with male literacy at about 72.66% and female literacy near 54.34%. There are around 594 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,123 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandel. As per the 2011 stats, Kandel 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Kandel
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandel.
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%.