Kasakadanga - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kasakadanga is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasakadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasakadanga is 425702. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kasakadanga 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 Kasakadanga
As per Census 2011, Kasakadanga village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 60 males and 89 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,483 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasakadanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 60 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 20 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 23 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kasakadanga
Kasakadanga 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 Kasakadanga
Kasakadanga 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 Kasakadanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kasakadanga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kasakadanga is about 36 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 Kasakadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasakadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kasakadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasakadanga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasakadanga
Where is Kasakadanga located?
Kasakadanga village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasakadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasakadanga is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Kasakadanga?
The pincode of Kasakadanga is 765017.
What is the population of Kasakadanga?
Kasakadanga has a total population of 149, including 60 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kasakadanga?
There are 41 households in Kasakadanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kasakadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasakadanga is 43.62%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 31.46%.