Kundakot - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Kundakot is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Ghasipura and around 70 km from Kendujhar. Dhakotha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundakot is 386871. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 758025 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kundakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundakot
As per Census 2011, Kundakot village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 198 males and 223 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 144 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 198 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 133 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 65 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Kundakot
Kundakot 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 Kundakot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kundakot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jajapur to Kundakot is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kundakot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kundakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundakot
Where is Kundakot located?
Kundakot village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundakot is Dhakotha.
What is the pincode of Kundakot?
The pincode of Kundakot is 758025.
What is the population of Kundakot?
Kundakot has a total population of 421, including 198 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Kundakot?
There are 100 households in Kundakot.
What is the literacy rate in Kundakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundakot is 65.80%. Male literacy is 67.17% and female literacy is 64.57%.