Kandraguma - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kandraguma is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandraguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandraguma is 425214. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kandraguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandraguma
As per Census 2011, Kandraguma village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 67 males and 89 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,328 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandraguma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 66 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 30 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 37 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kandraguma
Kandraguma 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 Kandraguma
Kandraguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kandraguma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Kandraguma is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kandraguma is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandraguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandraguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandraguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandraguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandraguma
Where is Kandraguma located?
Kandraguma village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandraguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandraguma is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Kandraguma?
The pincode of Kandraguma is 765019.
What is the population of Kandraguma?
Kandraguma has a total population of 156, including 67 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kandraguma?
There are 32 households in Kandraguma.
What is the literacy rate in Kandraguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandraguma is 23.72%. Male literacy is 44.78% and female literacy is 7.87%.