Kandami - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kandami is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandami is 416900. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Kandami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandami
As per Census 2011, Kandami village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 58 males and 59 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kandami
Kandami 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 Kandami
Public transport in the Kandami is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Kandami is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kandami is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandami 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 Kandami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandami village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandami
Where is Kandami located?
Kandami village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandami?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandami is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Kandami?
The pincode of Kandami is 762109.
What is the population of Kandami?
Kandami has a total population of 117, including 58 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kandami?
There are 29 households in Kandami.
What is the literacy rate in Kandami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandami is 47.01%. Male literacy is 58.62% and female literacy is 35.59%.