Kaithapada - Mohana, Gajapati
Kaithapada is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 109 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaithapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaithapada is 413794. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kaithapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaithapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kaithapada village had a total population of 64 people, including 31 males and 33 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.09%, with male literacy at 59.26% and female literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kaithapada
Kaithapada 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 Kaithapada
Public transport in the Kaithapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Kaithapada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Kaithapada is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaithapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaithapada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaithapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaithapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaithapada
Where is Kaithapada located?
Kaithapada village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaithapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaithapada is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Kaithapada?
The pincode of Kaithapada is 761015.
What is the population of Kaithapada?
Kaithapada had a total population of 64, including 31 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kaithapada?
Kaithapada had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaithapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaithapada was 35.09%. Male literacy was 59.26% and female literacy was 13.33%.