Kandikuti - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Kandikuti is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandikuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandikuti is 415857. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kandikuti 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 Kandikuti
According to the 2011 Census, Kandikuti village had a total population of 121 people, including 64 males and 57 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.81%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 51.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kandikuti
Kandikuti 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 Kandikuti
Public transport in the Kandikuti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kandikuti is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kandikuti is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandikuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandikuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandikuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandikuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandikuti
Where is Kandikuti located?
Kandikuti village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandikuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandikuti is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Kandikuti?
The pincode of Kandikuti is 762019.
What is the population of Kandikuti?
Kandikuti had a total population of 121, including 64 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kandikuti?
Kandikuti had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandikuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandikuti was 69.81%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 51.92%.