Kenduguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Kenduguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from Jharigan and around 48 km from Nabarangapur . Ratakhandiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenduguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenduguda is 427562. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kenduguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenduguda
As per Census 2011, Kenduguda village has a total population of 1,450 people, consisting of 709 males and 741 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenduguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 709 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 107 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,371 | 665 | 706 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 323 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 386 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Kenduguda
Kenduguda 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 Kenduguda
Kenduguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Umarkote to Kenduguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kenduguda is about 48 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 Kenduguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenduguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kenduguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenduguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenduguda
Where is Kenduguda located?
Kenduguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenduguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenduguda is Ratakhandiguda.
What is the pincode of Kenduguda?
The pincode of Kenduguda is 764076.
What is the population of Kenduguda?
Kenduguda has a total population of 1,450, including 709 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Kenduguda?
There are 316 households in Kenduguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kenduguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenduguda is 34.07%. Male literacy is 45.56% and female literacy is 23.08%.