Kangara - Similiguda, Koraput
Kangara is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangara is 429953. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kangara 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 Kangara
According to the 2011 Census, Kangara village had a total population of 584 people, including 281 males and 303 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.30%, with male literacy at 54.78% and female literacy at 32.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 584 | 281 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 202 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 126 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 155 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Kangara
Kangara 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 Kangara
Kangara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kotpad to Kangara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kangara is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kangara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kangara
Where is Kangara located?
Kangara village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kangara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangara is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Kangara?
The pincode of Kangara is 764036.
What is the population of Kangara?
Kangara had a total population of 584, including 281 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kangara?
Kangara had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangara was 43.30%. Male literacy was 54.78% and female literacy was 32.94%.