Kadikadu - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Kadikadu is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadikadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadikadu is 416069. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762022 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Kadikadu 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 Kadikadu
According to the 2011 Census, Kadikadu village had a total population of 140 people, including 69 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.75%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kadikadu
Kadikadu 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 Kadikadu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadikadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kadikadu is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadikadu is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadikadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadikadu 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 Kadikadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadikadu 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 Kadikadu
Where is Kadikadu located?
Kadikadu village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kadikadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadikadu is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Kadikadu?
The pincode of Kadikadu is 762022.
What is the population of Kadikadu?
Kadikadu had a total population of 140, including 69 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kadikadu?
Kadikadu had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadikadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadikadu was 84.75%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.97%.