Kendua - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj

Kendua is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Jharpokharia and around 36 km from Baripada. Umadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendua village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendua is 387895. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Kendua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Kendua

According to the 2011 Census, Kendua village had a total population of 815 people, including 394 males and 421 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.32%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 55.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Kendua

Kendua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Kendua

Kendua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Kendua is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kendua is about 36 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 Kendua

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendua village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Kendua

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendua village are given below:

FAQs about Kendua