Kankadia - Kendrapara
Kankadia is a village situated in the Kendrapara tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kendrapara Sadar and around 54 km from Kendrapara . Kansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankadia is 396397. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 754212 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kankadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kendrapara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kankadia
As per Census 2011, Kankadia village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 143 males and 147 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kankadia
Kankadia 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 Kankadia
Public transport in the Kankadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kankadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kankadia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kankadia is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankadia 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 Kankadia
Where is Kankadia located?
Kankadia village is located in Kendrapara Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankadia is Kansar.
What is the pincode of Kankadia?
The pincode of Kankadia is 754212.
What is the population of Kankadia?
Kankadia has a total population of 290, including 143 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Kankadia?
There are 61 households in Kankadia.
What is the literacy rate in Kankadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankadia is 85.86%. Male literacy is 86.01% and female literacy is 85.71%.