Kandabada - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Kandabada is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Tikabali and around 45 km from Phulbani. Beheragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandabada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandabada is 415921. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kandabada 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 Kandabada
According to the 2011 Census, Kandabada village had a total population of 104 people, including 41 males and 63 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,537 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 104 | 41 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 41 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 13 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kandabada
Kandabada 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 Kandabada
Kandabada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kandabada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kandabada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandabada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandabada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandabada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandabada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandabada
Where is Kandabada located?
Kandabada village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandabada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandabada is Beheragaon.
What is the pincode of Kandabada?
The pincode of Kandabada is 762010.
What is the population of Kandabada?
Kandabada had a total population of 104, including 41 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Kandabada?
Kandabada had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandabada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandabada was 60.87%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 50.00%.