Kandaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kandaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandaguda is 424238. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kandaguda 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 Kandaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kandaguda village had a total population of 126 people, including 64 males and 62 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.27%, with male literacy at 50.98% and female literacy at 2.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 26 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 38 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kandaguda
Kandaguda 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 Kandaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kandaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kandaguda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kandaguda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandaguda
Where is Kandaguda located?
Kandaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandaguda is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Kandaguda?
The pincode of Kandaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Kandaguda?
Kandaguda had a total population of 126, including 64 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kandaguda?
Kandaguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandaguda was 27.27%. Male literacy was 50.98% and female literacy was 2.08%.