Andrigada - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Andrigada is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andrigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andrigada is 416078. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Andrigada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andrigada
As per Census 2011, Andrigada village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 86 males and 72 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andrigada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 56 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 30 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Andrigada
Andrigada 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 Andrigada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Andrigada.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Andrigada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Andrigada is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andrigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andrigada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andrigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andrigada 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 Andrigada
Where is Andrigada located?
Andrigada village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andrigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Andrigada is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Andrigada?
The pincode of Andrigada is 762028.
What is the population of Andrigada?
Andrigada has a total population of 158, including 86 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Andrigada?
There are 42 households in Andrigada.
What is the literacy rate in Andrigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andrigada is 44.30%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 19.44%.