Kenduguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kenduguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenduguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenduguda is 422964. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kenduguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenduguda
As per Census 2011, Kenduguda village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 145 males and 137 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenduguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 88 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 57 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kenduguda
Kenduguda 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 Kenduguda
Public transport in the Kenduguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kenduguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kenduguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kenduguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenduguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenduguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kenduguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenduguda 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 Kenduguda
Where is Kenduguda located?
Kenduguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenduguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenduguda is Lanji.
What is the pincode of Kenduguda?
The pincode of Kenduguda is 766020.
What is the population of Kenduguda?
Kenduguda has a total population of 282, including 145 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kenduguda?
There are 60 households in Kenduguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kenduguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenduguda is 47.52%. Male literacy is 60.69% and female literacy is 33.58%.