Kenduguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kenduguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mahulpatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenduguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenduguda is 424242. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 77 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 47 people, including 25 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 16 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
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 facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kenduguda.
| 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 Kenduguda is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 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 >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 Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenduguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenduguda is Mahulpatna.
What is the pincode of Kenduguda?
The pincode of Kenduguda is 766026.
What is the population of Kenduguda?
Kenduguda had a total population of 47, including 25 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kenduguda?
Kenduguda had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenduguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenduguda was 47.50%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 16.67%.