Kokelpadar - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kokelpadar is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Adri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokelpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokelpadar is 424462. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Kokelpadar 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 Kokelpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Kokelpadar village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 27.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kokelpadar
Kokelpadar 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 Kokelpadar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kokelpadar.
| 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 Kokelpadar is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokelpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokelpadar 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 Kokelpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokelpadar 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 Kokelpadar
Where is Kokelpadar located?
Kokelpadar village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kokelpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokelpadar is Adri.
What is the pincode of Kokelpadar?
The pincode of Kokelpadar is 766026.
What is the population of Kokelpadar?
Kokelpadar had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kokelpadar?
Kokelpadar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokelpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokelpadar was 28.57%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 27.78%.