Kensara (Kensila) - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Kensara (Kensila) is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bhutuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kensara (Kensila) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kensara (Kensila) is 384958. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kensara (Kensila) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kensara (Kensila)
According to the 2011 Census, Kensara (Kensila) village had a total population of 190 people, including 84 males and 106 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 30.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 190 | 84 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 82 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kensara (Kensila)
Kensara (Kensila) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batagaon | South | 2.88 km |
| Lasi | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Taldihi | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Bhutuda | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Raisuan | South | 5.35 km |
| Dengula | North | 5.89 km |
| Chada | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Tantigram | North-East | 6.25 km |
| Bahamda | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Randa | West | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kensara (Kensila)
Public transport in the Kensara (Kensila) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| 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 Barbil to Kensara (Kensila) is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kensara (Kensila) is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kensara (Kensila)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kensara (Kensila) 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 Kensara (Kensila)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kensara (Kensila) 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 Kensara (Kensila)
Where is Kensara (Kensila) located?
Kensara (Kensila) village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kensara (Kensila)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kensara (Kensila) is Bhutuda.
What is the pincode of Kensara (Kensila)?
The pincode of Kensara (Kensila) is 770040.
What is the population of Kensara (Kensila)?
Kensara (Kensila) had a total population of 190, including 84 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Kensara (Kensila)?
Kensara (Kensila) had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kensara (Kensila)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kensara (Kensila) was 37.50%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 30.86%.