Kankanamendhi - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Kankanamendhi is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Banigochha and around 79 km from Nayagarh . Kujamendhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankanamendhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankanamendhi is 405612. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Kankanamendhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankanamendhi
As per Census 2011, Kankanamendhi village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 202 males and 201 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankanamendhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 202 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 35 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 144 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 58 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kankanamendhi
Kankanamendhi 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 Kankanamendhi
Kankanamendhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nayagarh to Kankanamendhi is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankanamendhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankanamendhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kankanamendhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankanamendhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankanamendhi
Where is Kankanamendhi located?
Kankanamendhi village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankanamendhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankanamendhi is Kujamendhi.
What is the pincode of Kankanamendhi?
The pincode of Kankanamendhi is 752089.
What is the population of Kankanamendhi?
Kankanamendhi has a total population of 403, including 202 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Kankanamendhi?
There are 105 households in Kankanamendhi.
What is the literacy rate in Kankanamendhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankanamendhi is 60.05%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 48.76%.