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.

Kandagam has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kandagam

Below is a concise population overview of Kandagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandagam village:

  • The total population of Kandagam village is around 858, including approximately 407 males and 451 females, with a sex ratio of 1108 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Kandagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandagam village has 223 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 187 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kandagam village is about 23.89%, with male literacy at 33.42% and female literacy at 15.30%.
  • There are around 222 households in Kandagam village.

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%.