Kutingpadar - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kutingpadar is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chhatrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutingpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutingpadar is 423001. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kutingpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutingpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Kutingpadar village had a total population of 198 people, including 97 males and 101 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.25%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 67 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 30 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Kutingpadar
Kutingpadar 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 Kutingpadar
Public transport in the Kutingpadar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Kutingpadar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutingpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutingpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kutingpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutingpadar 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 Kutingpadar
Where is Kutingpadar located?
Kutingpadar village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutingpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutingpadar is Chhatrapur.
What is the pincode of Kutingpadar?
The pincode of Kutingpadar is 766027.
What is the population of Kutingpadar?
Kutingpadar had a total population of 198, including 97 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kutingpadar?
Kutingpadar had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutingpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutingpadar was 67.25%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 53.33%.