Karadapadar - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Karadapadar is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadapadar is 424275. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Karadapadar 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 Karadapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Karadapadar village had a total population of 54 people, including 26 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 38.89% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Karadapadar
Karadapadar 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 Karadapadar
Karadapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Karadapadar is about 37 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 Karadapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadapadar 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 Karadapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadapadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadapadar
Where is Karadapadar located?
Karadapadar village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadapadar is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Karadapadar?
The pincode of Karadapadar is 766037.
What is the population of Karadapadar?
Karadapadar had a total population of 54, including 26 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Karadapadar?
Karadapadar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karadapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadapadar was 30.77%. Male literacy was 38.89% and female literacy was 23.81%.