Kandhapendili - Gudari, Rayagada
Kandhapendili is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhapendili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhapendili is 426881. The village covers a total geographical area of 664 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Kandhapendili 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 Kandhapendili
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhapendili village had a total population of 243 people, including 122 males and 121 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.23%, with male literacy at 34.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 91 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhapendili
Kandhapendili 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 Kandhapendili
Public transport in the Kandhapendili is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kandhapendili is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kandhapendili is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhapendili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhapendili 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandhapendili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhapendili 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 Kandhapendili
Where is Kandhapendili located?
Kandhapendili village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandhapendili?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhapendili is Khariguda.
What is the pincode of Kandhapendili?
The pincode of Kandhapendili is 765026.
What is the population of Kandhapendili?
Kandhapendili had a total population of 243, including 122 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kandhapendili?
Kandhapendili had 47 households.