Kadingia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kadingia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadingia is 417561. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kadingia 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 Kadingia
As per Census 2011, Kadingia village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 88 males and 89 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadingia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 71 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 17 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kadingia
Kadingia 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 Kadingia
Kadingia 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 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 Kadingia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kadingia is about 75 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 Kadingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadingia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kadingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadingia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kadingia
Where is Kadingia located?
Kadingia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadingia is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Kadingia?
The pincode of Kadingia is 762101.
What is the population of Kadingia?
Kadingia has a total population of 177, including 88 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kadingia?
There are 51 households in Kadingia.
What is the literacy rate in Kadingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadingia is 64.97%. Male literacy is 80.68% and female literacy is 49.44%.