Matarapadar - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Matarapadar is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Sarangagarh and around 80 km from Phulbani. Gunjibadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matarapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matarapadar is 416209. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Matarapadar 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 Matarapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Matarapadar village had a total population of 83 people, including 42 males and 41 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 69.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Matarapadar
Matarapadar 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 Matarapadar
Public transport in the Matarapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Matarapadar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Matarapadar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matarapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matarapadar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matarapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matarapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matarapadar
Where is Matarapadar located?
Matarapadar village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matarapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Matarapadar is Gunjibadi.
What is the pincode of Matarapadar?
The pincode of Matarapadar is 762106.
What is the population of Matarapadar?
Matarapadar had a total population of 83, including 42 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Matarapadar?
Matarapadar had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matarapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matarapadar was 80.56%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 69.44%.