Adhual - Kakatpur, Puri
Adhual is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Konark and around 50 km from Puri. Kurujanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adhual village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adhual is 409338. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Adhual village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adhual
According to the 2011 Census, Adhual village had a total population of 273 people, including 134 males and 139 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.40%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 79.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Adhual
Adhual 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 Adhual
Adhual 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Adhual is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Adhual 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 Adhual
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adhual 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Adhual
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adhual village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Adhual
Where is Adhual located?
Adhual village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Adhual?
The Gram Panchayat of Adhual is Kurujanga.
What is the pincode of Adhual?
The pincode of Adhual is 752111.
What is the population of Adhual?
Adhual had a total population of 273, including 134 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Adhual?
Adhual had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adhual?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adhual was 86.40%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 79.37%.