Kadu - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kadu is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadu is 416264. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Baliguda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kadu 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 Kadu
According to the 2011 Census, Kadu village had a total population of 65 people, including 35 males and 30 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.28%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 25 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kadu
Kadu 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 Kadu
Public transport in the Kadu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baliguda to Kadu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadu is about 74 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 Kadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadu 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 Kadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadu 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 Kadu
Where is Kadu located?
Kadu village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadu is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Kadu?
The pincode of Kadu is 762011.
What is the population of Kadu?
Kadu had a total population of 65, including 35 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Kadu?
Kadu had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadu was 21.28%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 0.00%.