Kankaraipoda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kankaraipoda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gunthawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankaraipoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankaraipoda is 430654. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kankaraipoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankaraipoda
According to the 2011 Census, Kankaraipoda village had a total population of 859 people, including 410 males and 449 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.45%, with male literacy at 46.60% and female literacy at 16.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 680.
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 | 859 | 410 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 101 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 680 | 325 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 144 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 266 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Kankaraipoda
Kankaraipoda 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 Kankaraipoda
Public transport in the Kankaraipoda 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 Balimela to Kankaraipoda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kankaraipoda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankaraipoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankaraipoda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankaraipoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankaraipoda 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 Kankaraipoda
Where is Kankaraipoda located?
Kankaraipoda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankaraipoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankaraipoda is Gunthawada.
What is the pincode of Kankaraipoda?
The pincode of Kankaraipoda is 764052.
What is the population of Kankaraipoda?
Kankaraipoda had a total population of 859, including 410 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Kankaraipoda?
Kankaraipoda had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankaraipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankaraipoda was 30.45%. Male literacy was 46.60% and female literacy was 16.24%.