Kandetara - Komna, Nuapada
Kandetara is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Kandetara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandetara is 421829. The village covers a total geographical area of 836 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kandetara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandetara
As per Census 2011, Kandetara village has a total population of 2,900 people, consisting of 1,379 males and 1,521 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 1,424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandetara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,900 | 1,379 | 1,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 221 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 335 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,193 | 521 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 838 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,424 | 541 | 883 |
Nearby Villages of Kandetara
Kandetara 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 Kandetara
Kandetara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kandetara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kandetara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kandetara 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 Kandetara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandetara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandetara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandetara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kandetara
Where is Kandetara located?
Kandetara village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandetara?
Kandetara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandetara?
The pincode of Kandetara is 766106.
What is the population of Kandetara?
Kandetara has a total population of 2,900, including 1,379 males and 1,521 females.
How many households are there in Kandetara?
There are 751 households in Kandetara.
What is the literacy rate in Kandetara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandetara is 50.90%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 41.95%.