Kenanga Village - Aali, Kendrapara
Kenanga is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Atala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenanga is 396187. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kenanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenanga
As per Census 2011, Kenanga village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 174 males and 228 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,310 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenanga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 174 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 92 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 125 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 49 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Kenanga
Kenanga 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 Kenanga
Public transport in the Kenanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Kenanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kenanga is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kenanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kenanga
Where is Kenanga located?
Kenanga village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenanga is Atala.
What is the pincode of Kenanga?
The pincode of Kenanga is 754219.
What is the population of Kenanga?
Kenanga has a total population of 402, including 174 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Kenanga?
There are 93 households in Kenanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kenanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenanga is 64.93%. Male literacy is 71.84% and female literacy is 59.65%.