Keketapa (Liagada) - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Keketapa (Liagada) is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keketapa (Liagada) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keketapa (Liagada) is 416091. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Keketapa (Liagada) 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 Keketapa (Liagada)
According to the 2011 Census, Keketapa (Liagada) village had a total population of 119 people, including 54 males and 65 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Keketapa (Liagada)
Keketapa (Liagada) 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 Keketapa (Liagada)
Public transport in the Keketapa (Liagada) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Keketapa (Liagada) is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Keketapa (Liagada) is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keketapa (Liagada)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keketapa (Liagada) 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 Keketapa (Liagada)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keketapa (Liagada) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keketapa (Liagada)
Where is Keketapa (Liagada) located?
Keketapa (Liagada) village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keketapa (Liagada)?
The Gram Panchayat of Keketapa (Liagada) is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Keketapa (Liagada)?
The pincode of Keketapa (Liagada) is 762028.
What is the population of Keketapa (Liagada)?
Keketapa (Liagada) had a total population of 119, including 54 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Keketapa (Liagada)?
Keketapa (Liagada) had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keketapa (Liagada)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keketapa (Liagada) was 60.82%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 50.00%.