Kanadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kanadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanadi is 417613. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kanadi 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 Kanadi
As per Census 2011, Kanadi village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 294 males and 273 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 294 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 265 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 174 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 120 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Kanadi
Kanadi 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 Kanadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kanadi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kanadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanadi 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 Kanadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanadi
Where is Kanadi located?
Kanadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanadi is Karada.
What is the pincode of Kanadi?
The pincode of Kanadi is 762101.
What is the population of Kanadi?
Kanadi has a total population of 567, including 294 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Kanadi?
There are 130 households in Kanadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanadi is 49.74%. Male literacy is 59.18% and female literacy is 39.56%.