Kotabadapalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Kotabadapalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Nuagaon and around 80 km from Chatrapur. Karapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotabadapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotabadapalli is 412951. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kotabadapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotabadapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kotabadapalli village had a total population of 130 people, including 59 males and 71 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,203 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.47%, with male literacy at 63.04% and female literacy at 40.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kotabadapalli
Kotabadapalli 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 Kotabadapalli
Kotabadapalli 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikiti to Kotabadapalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kotabadapalli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotabadapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotabadapalli 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 Kotabadapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotabadapalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotabadapalli
Where is Kotabadapalli located?
Kotabadapalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotabadapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotabadapalli is Karapada.
What is the pincode of Kotabadapalli?
The pincode of Kotabadapalli is 761042.
What is the population of Kotabadapalli?
Kotabadapalli had a total population of 130, including 59 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kotabadapalli?
Kotabadapalli had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotabadapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotabadapalli was 50.47%. Male literacy was 63.04% and female literacy was 40.98%.