Krandimaska - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Krandimaska is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Phulabani and around 14 km from Phulbani. Sudreju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krandimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krandimaska is 415392. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Krandimaska 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 Krandimaska
According to the 2011 Census, Krandimaska village had a total population of 197 people, including 103 males and 94 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 48.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 74 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Krandimaska
Krandimaska 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 Krandimaska
Krandimaska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phulabani to Krandimaska is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Krandimaska is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krandimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krandimaska 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krandimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krandimaska 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krandimaska
Where is Krandimaska located?
Krandimaska village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krandimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Krandimaska is Sudreju.
What is the pincode of Krandimaska?
The pincode of Krandimaska is 762002.
What is the population of Krandimaska?
Krandimaska had a total population of 197, including 103 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Krandimaska?
Krandimaska had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krandimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krandimaska was 68.71%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 48.10%.