Kandabadi - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Kandabadi is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Daringbadi and around 80 km from Phulbani. Letingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandabadi is 417355. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kandabadi 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 Kandabadi
As per Census 2011, Kandabadi village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 117 males and 156 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 117 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 108 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 64 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kandabadi
Kandabadi 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 Kandabadi
Public transport in the Kandabadi 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 Kandabadi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kandabadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandabadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandabadi 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 Kandabadi
Where is Kandabadi located?
Kandabadi village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandabadi is Letingia.
What is the pincode of Kandabadi?
The pincode of Kandabadi is 762101.
What is the population of Kandabadi?
Kandabadi has a total population of 273, including 117 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kandabadi?
There are 63 households in Kandabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandabadi is 36.26%. Male literacy is 45.30% and female literacy is 29.49%.