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
As per Census 2011, Kandili village has a total population of 3,517 people, consisting of 1,708 males and 1,809 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 3,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandili are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,517, including 1,708 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Kandili?
There are 802 households in Kandili.
What is the literacy rate in Kandili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandili is 10.69%. Male literacy is 15.69% and female literacy is 5.97%.