Kiantalabhadra - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Kiantalabhadra is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiantalabhadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiantalabhadra is 428838. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kiantalabhadra 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 Kiantalabhadra
According to the 2011 Census, Kiantalabhadra village had a total population of 191 people, including 100 males and 91 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.64%, with male literacy at 27.14% and female literacy at 15.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 81 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kiantalabhadra
Kiantalabhadra 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 Kiantalabhadra
Public transport in the Kiantalabhadra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Kiantalabhadra is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kiantalabhadra is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiantalabhadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiantalabhadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kiantalabhadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiantalabhadra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiantalabhadra
Where is Kiantalabhadra located?
Kiantalabhadra village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiantalabhadra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiantalabhadra is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Kiantalabhadra?
The pincode of Kiantalabhadra is 764027.
What is the population of Kiantalabhadra?
Kiantalabhadra had a total population of 191, including 100 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Kiantalabhadra?
Kiantalabhadra had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiantalabhadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiantalabhadra was 21.64%. Male literacy was 27.14% and female literacy was 15.63%.