Kandalpur - Kakatpur, Puri
Kandalpur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandalpur is 409123. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kandalpur 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 Kandalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kandalpur village had a total population of 864 people, including 442 males and 422 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.53%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 87.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
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 | 864 | 442 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 174 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 392 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 50 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kandalpur
Kandalpur 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 Kandalpur
Kandalpur 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Kandalpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kandalpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandalpur
Where is Kandalpur located?
Kandalpur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandalpur is Kotakana.
What is the pincode of Kandalpur?
The pincode of Kandalpur is 752108.
What is the population of Kandalpur?
Kandalpur had a total population of 864, including 442 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Kandalpur?
Kandalpur had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandalpur was 92.53%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 87.60%.