Kandagam
Kandagam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Bobeya is the gram panchayat of Kandagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandagam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Kandagam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kandagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandagam is 428141. The village spans a total geographical area of 380 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764055. Sunabeda is nearest town to Kandagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Kandagam
Population of Kandagam
According to the 2011 Census, Kandagam has a total population of about 858, with approximately 407 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 1108 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 187. The overall literacy rate is approximately 23.89%, with male literacy at about 33.42% and female literacy near 15.30%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 407 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 99 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 90 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 136 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 271 | 382 |
Connectivity of Kandagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandagam. As per the 2011 stats, Kandagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandagam
- Where is Kandagam located?
- Kandagam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandagam is Bobeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandagam?
- The pincode of Kandagam is 764055, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandagam is 858, with 407 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Kandagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandagam village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandagam is 23.89%. The male literacy rate is 33.42%, while the female literacy rate is 15.30%.