Kandakuti - Padmapur, Rayagada
Kandakuti is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jatili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandakuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandakuti is 427044. The village covers a total geographical area of 1342 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Kandakuti 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 Kandakuti
According to the 2011 Census, Kandakuti village had a total population of 63 people, including 29 males and 34 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.91%, with male literacy at 26.09% and female literacy at 21.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kandakuti
Kandakuti 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 Kandakuti
Kandakuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gunupur to Kandakuti is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kandakuti is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandakuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandakuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandakuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandakuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandakuti
Where is Kandakuti located?
Kandakuti village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandakuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandakuti is Jatili.
What is the pincode of Kandakuti?
The pincode of Kandakuti is 765026.
What is the population of Kandakuti?
Kandakuti had a total population of 63, including 29 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kandakuti?
Kandakuti had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandakuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandakuti was 23.91%. Male literacy was 26.09% and female literacy was 21.74%.