Kandhamaligan - Rayagada
Kandhamaligan is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kampamaligam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhamaligan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhamaligan is 426359. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kandhamaligan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhamaligan
As per Census 2011, Kandhamaligan village has a total population of 1,440 people, consisting of 472 males and 968 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 2,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandhamaligan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 472 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 70 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 4 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,353 | 447 | 906 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 279 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 193 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhamaligan
Kandhamaligan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kampomaligan | South | 1.01 km |
| Taralabadi | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Nandabadi | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Odapatiguda | South | 1.88 km |
| Kasili | East | 1.98 km |
| Kotapeta | West | 2.12 km |
| Khaliguda | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Bakurguda | West | 2.24 km |
| Sindhubadi | North | 2.33 km |
| Mantrajhola | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandhamaligan
Kandhamaligan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singapuram Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kandhamaligan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhamaligan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhamaligan 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 Kandhamaligan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhamaligan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandhamaligan
Where is Kandhamaligan located?
Kandhamaligan village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhamaligan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhamaligan is Kampamaligam.
What is the pincode of Kandhamaligan?
The pincode of Kandhamaligan is 765017.
What is the population of Kandhamaligan?
Kandhamaligan has a total population of 1,440, including 472 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Kandhamaligan?
There are 237 households in Kandhamaligan.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhamaligan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhamaligan is 57.36%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 56.51%.