Kansardia - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Kansardia is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kansarabadadandua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansardia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansardia is 397132. The village covers a total geographical area of 1557 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kansardia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansardia
According to the 2011 Census, Kansardia village had a total population of 121 people, including 93 males and 28 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 301 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 94.62% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 93 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 39 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 88 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kansardia
Kansardia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliganda | West | 1.57 km |
| Bhitara-kharinasi | West | 2.71 km |
| Barakoli Khala | South | 3.07 km |
| Hetamundia | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Sanatubi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Kharinasi | West | 4.64 km |
| Saralikud | South | 5.44 km |
| Jamboo | North | 5.74 km |
| Nipania | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Badatubi | South-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kansardia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kansardia. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Paradip to Kansardia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kansardia 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 Kansardia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansardia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kansardia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansardia 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 Kansardia
Where is Kansardia located?
Kansardia village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansardia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansardia is Kansarabadadandua.
What is the pincode of Kansardia?
The pincode of Kansardia is 754224.
What is the population of Kansardia?
Kansardia had a total population of 121, including 93 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Kansardia?
Kansardia had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansardia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansardia was 90.91%. Male literacy was 94.62% and female literacy was 78.57%.