Malikapadi - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Malikapadi is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mallikapadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malikapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikapadi is 415832. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Malikapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malikapadi
As per Census 2011, Malikapadi village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 315 males and 345 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malikapadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 315 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 160 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 262 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 53 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Malikapadi
Malikapadi 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 Malikapadi
Malikapadi 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 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 Malikapadi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malikapadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malikapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikapadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malikapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikapadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malikapadi
Where is Malikapadi located?
Malikapadi village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Malikapadi is Mallikapadi.
What is the pincode of Malikapadi?
The pincode of Malikapadi is 762100.
What is the population of Malikapadi?
Malikapadi has a total population of 660, including 315 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Malikapadi?
There are 182 households in Malikapadi.
What is the literacy rate in Malikapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikapadi is 75.15%. Male literacy is 83.17% and female literacy is 67.83%.