Kandalia - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Kandalia is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dukura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandalia is 390785. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kandalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandalia
According to the 2011 Census, Kandalia village had a total population of 624 people, including 302 males and 322 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 49.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
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 | 624 | 302 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 297 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 189 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 113 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Kandalia
Kandalia 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 Kandalia
Kandalia 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Kandalia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kandalia is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandalia
Where is Kandalia located?
Kandalia village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandalia is Dukura.
What is the pincode of Kandalia?
The pincode of Kandalia is 757019.
What is the population of Kandalia?
Kandalia had a total population of 624, including 302 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Kandalia?
Kandalia had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandalia was 60.00%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 49.29%.