Kadiganda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kadiganda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadiganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadiganda is 416772. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Kadiganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadiganda
As per Census 2011, Kadiganda village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 67 males and 69 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadiganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Kadiganda
Kadiganda 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 Kadiganda
Public transport in the Kadiganda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kadiganda is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadiganda is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadiganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadiganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadiganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadiganda 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 Kadiganda
Where is Kadiganda located?
Kadiganda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadiganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadiganda is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Kadiganda?
The pincode of Kadiganda is 762103.
What is the population of Kadiganda?
Kadiganda has a total population of 136, including 67 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kadiganda?
There are 29 households in Kadiganda.
What is the literacy rate in Kadiganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadiganda is 31.62%. Male literacy is 40.30% and female literacy is 23.19%.