Kundanaju - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kundanaju is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kalinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundanaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundanaju is 415781. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 762022 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kundanaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundanaju
As per Census 2011, Kundanaju village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 87 males and 105 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundanaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 45 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kundanaju
Kundanaju 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 Kundanaju
Public transport in the Kundanaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Kundanaju is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kundanaju is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundanaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundanaju 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 Kundanaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundanaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundanaju
Where is Kundanaju located?
Kundanaju village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundanaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundanaju is Kalinga.
What is the pincode of Kundanaju?
The pincode of Kundanaju is 762022.
What is the population of Kundanaju?
Kundanaju has a total population of 192, including 87 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Kundanaju?
There are 51 households in Kundanaju.
What is the literacy rate in Kundanaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundanaju is 54.69%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 44.76%.