Kandili - Pottangi, Koraput
Kandili is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Petteru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandili is 430093. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Kandili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandili
According to the 2011 Census, Kandili village had a total population of 3,517 people, including 1,708 males and 1,809 females, living in 802 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.85%, with male literacy at 19.17% and female literacy at 7.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,255.
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 | 3,517 | 1,708 | 1,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 310 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,255 | 1,085 | 1,170 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 268 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,141 | 1,440 | 1,701 |
Nearby Villages of Kandili
Kandili 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 Kandili
Public transport in the Kandili is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kandili is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kandili is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandili
Where is Kandili located?
Kandili village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandili?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandili is Petteru.
What is the pincode of Kandili?
The pincode of Kandili is 764039.
What is the population of Kandili?
Kandili had a total population of 3,517, including 1,708 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Kandili?
Kandili had 802 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandili was 12.85%. Male literacy was 19.17% and female literacy was 7.07%.