Gadapadar - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gadapadar is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kakharujhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadapadar is 416029. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Gadapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Gadapadar village had a total population of 321 people, including 158 males and 163 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 94.37% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 321 | 158 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 132 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 134 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 24 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Gadapadar
Gadapadar 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 Gadapadar
Gadapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gadapadar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadapadar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadapadar 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 Gadapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadapadar
Where is Gadapadar located?
Gadapadar village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadapadar is Kakharujhol.
What is the pincode of Gadapadar?
The pincode of Gadapadar is 762028.
What is the population of Gadapadar?
Gadapadar had a total population of 321, including 158 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gadapadar?
Gadapadar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadapadar was 73.85%. Male literacy was 94.37% and female literacy was 53.19%.