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
According to the 2011 Census, Kenduguda village had a total population of 282 people, including 145 males and 137 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 42.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 282, including 145 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kenduguda?
Kenduguda had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenduguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenduguda was 61.19%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 42.20%.