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
According to the 2011 Census, Kadingia village had a total population of 177 people, including 88 males and 89 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.78%, with male literacy at 89.87% and female literacy at 55.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 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 had a total population of 177, including 88 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kadingia?
Kadingia had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadingia was 72.78%. Male literacy was 89.87% and female literacy was 55.70%.