Nedipaju - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Nedipaju is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from G.udayagiri and around 37 km from Phulbani. Kusumendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nedipaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nedipaju is 415768. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 762027 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Nedipaju 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 Nedipaju
According to the 2011 Census, Nedipaju village had a total population of 181 people, including 93 males and 88 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 55.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 73 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 20 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Nedipaju
Nedipaju 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 Nedipaju
Nedipaju 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 Phulabani to Nedipaju is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nedipaju is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nedipaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nedipaju 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nedipaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nedipaju 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nedipaju
Where is Nedipaju located?
Nedipaju village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nedipaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Nedipaju is Kusumendi.
What is the pincode of Nedipaju?
The pincode of Nedipaju is 762027.
What is the population of Nedipaju?
Nedipaju had a total population of 181, including 93 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Nedipaju?
Nedipaju had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nedipaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nedipaju was 71.88%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 55.26%.