Kendra - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Kendra is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendra is 425127. The village covers a total geographical area of 1991 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kendra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kendra
According to the 2011 Census, Kendra village had a total population of 71 people, including 39 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.21%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 4.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kendra
Kendra 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 Kendra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kendra.
| 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 Gudari to Kendra is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kendra is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kendra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kendra
Where is Kendra located?
Kendra village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendra is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Kendra?
The pincode of Kendra is 765020.
What is the population of Kendra?
Kendra had a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kendra?
Kendra had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendra was 13.21%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 4.00%.