Nelipada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Nelipada 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. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelipada is 416562. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Nelipada 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 Nelipada
According to the 2011 Census, Nelipada village had a total population of 84 people, including 41 males and 43 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Nelipada
Nelipada 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 Nelipada
Public transport in the Nelipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nelipada is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nelipada 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 Nelipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nelipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelipada 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 Nelipada
Where is Nelipada located?
Nelipada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nelipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelipada is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Nelipada?
The pincode of Nelipada is 762103.
What is the population of Nelipada?
Nelipada had a total population of 84, including 41 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Nelipada?
Nelipada had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nelipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelipada was 78.26%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 74.36%.