Kandaragaon - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kandaragaon is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badannala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandaragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandaragaon is 410181. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kandaragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandaragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kandaragaon village had a total population of 392 people, including 200 males and 192 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.54%, with male literacy at 95.27% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392.
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 | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 39 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kandaragaon
Kandaragaon 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 Kandaragaon
Kandaragaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Banapur to Kandaragaon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kandaragaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandaragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandaragaon 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 Kandaragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandaragaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandaragaon
Where is Kandaragaon located?
Kandaragaon village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandaragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandaragaon is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Kandaragaon?
The pincode of Kandaragaon is 752032.
What is the population of Kandaragaon?
Kandaragaon had a total population of 392, including 200 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Kandaragaon?
Kandaragaon had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandaragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandaragaon was 89.54%. Male literacy was 95.27% and female literacy was 83.33%.