Egarpadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Egarpadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Egarpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egarpadar is 416651. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Egarpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Egarpadar
As per Census 2011, Egarpadar village has a total population of 23 people, consisting of 11 males and 12 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 9 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Egarpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Egarpadar
Egarpadar 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 Egarpadar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Egarpadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Egarpadar is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Egarpadar is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Egarpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egarpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Egarpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egarpadar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Egarpadar
Where is Egarpadar located?
Egarpadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Egarpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Egarpadar is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Egarpadar?
The pincode of Egarpadar is 762110.
What is the population of Egarpadar?
Egarpadar has a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Egarpadar?
There are 6 households in Egarpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Egarpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egarpadar is 60.87%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 41.67%.