Kalingapadar - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Kalingapadar is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Tarasingi and around 140 km from Chatrapur. Gayaganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalingapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalingapadar is 410271. The village covers a total geographical area of 679 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kalingapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalingapadar
As per Census 2011, Kalingapadar village has a total population of 2,781 people, consisting of 1,377 males and 1,404 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,566 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalingapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,781 | 1,377 | 1,404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 184 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 519 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 919 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 458 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Kalingapadar
Kalingapadar 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 Kalingapadar
Kalingapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Kalingapadar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kalingapadar is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalingapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalingapadar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalingapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalingapadar 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 Kalingapadar
Where is Kalingapadar located?
Kalingapadar village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalingapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalingapadar is Gayaganda.
What is the pincode of Kalingapadar?
The pincode of Kalingapadar is 761131.
What is the population of Kalingapadar?
Kalingapadar has a total population of 2,781, including 1,377 males and 1,404 females.
How many households are there in Kalingapadar?
There are 689 households in Kalingapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalingapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalingapadar is 56.31%. Male literacy is 66.74% and female literacy is 46.08%.