Kiapadar - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kiapadar is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kiapadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiapadar is 424255. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kiapadar 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 Kiapadar
As per Census 2011, Kiapadar village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 154 males and 257 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,668 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 154 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 2 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 18 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 65 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 89 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Kiapadar
Kiapadar 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 Kiapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kiapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kiapadar is about 32 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 Kiapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiapadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiapadar
Where is Kiapadar located?
Kiapadar village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiapadar?
Kiapadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kiapadar?
The pincode of Kiapadar is 766037.
What is the population of Kiapadar?
Kiapadar has a total population of 411, including 154 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Kiapadar?
There are 75 households in Kiapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kiapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiapadar is 49.88%. Male literacy is 42.21% and female literacy is 54.47%.