Kandhabalsa - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Kandhabalsa is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhabalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhabalsa is 428815. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kandhabalsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhabalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhabalsa village had a total population of 174 people, including 87 males and 87 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.51%, with male literacy at 10.96% and female literacy at 16.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 79 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhabalsa
Kandhabalsa 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 Kandhabalsa
Public transport in the Kandhabalsa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kandhabalsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kandhabalsa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kandhabalsa is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhabalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhabalsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandhabalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhabalsa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandhabalsa
Where is Kandhabalsa located?
Kandhabalsa village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandhabalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhabalsa is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Kandhabalsa?
The pincode of Kandhabalsa is 764027.
What is the population of Kandhabalsa?
Kandhabalsa had a total population of 174, including 87 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Kandhabalsa?
Kandhabalsa had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhabalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhabalsa was 13.51%. Male literacy was 10.96% and female literacy was 16.00%.