Totapada - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Totapada is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sudhakhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Totapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Totapada is 399917. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Totapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Totapada
As per Census 2011, Totapada village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 168 males and 181 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Totapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 168 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Totapada
Totapada 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 Totapada
Totapada 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Totapada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Totapada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Totapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Totapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Totapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Totapada 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 Totapada
Where is Totapada located?
Totapada village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Totapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Totapada is Sudhakhanda.
What is the pincode of Totapada?
The pincode of Totapada is 754131.
What is the population of Totapada?
Totapada has a total population of 349, including 168 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Totapada?
There are 85 households in Totapada.
What is the literacy rate in Totapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Totapada is 72.78%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 66.30%.