Amurlapadar - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Amurlapadar is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Naktikani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amurlapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amurlapadar is 423878. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Amurlapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amurlapadar
As per Census 2011, Amurlapadar village has a total population of 1,017 people, consisting of 510 males and 507 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amurlapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,017 | 510 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 200 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 310 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Amurlapadar
Amurlapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antarla | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Karangamunda | North | 2.11 km |
| Khaliakani | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 2.39 km |
| Gandamehra | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Goindimunda | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Babeguda | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Naktikani | West | 4.16 km |
| Sukunimunda | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Golamunda | North | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amurlapadar
Amurlapadar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Junagarh to Amurlapadar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Amurlapadar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amurlapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amurlapadar 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 Amurlapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amurlapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amurlapadar
Where is Amurlapadar located?
Amurlapadar village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amurlapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Amurlapadar is Naktikani.
What is the pincode of Amurlapadar?
The pincode of Amurlapadar is 766016.
What is the population of Amurlapadar?
Amurlapadar has a total population of 1,017, including 510 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Amurlapadar?
There are 278 households in Amurlapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Amurlapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amurlapadar is 31.07%. Male literacy is 39.22% and female literacy is 22.88%.