Gadapadar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gadapadar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadapadar is 415653. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 28 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 34 people, including 16 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.87%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
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
Public transport in the Gadapadar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phulabani to Gadapadar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadapadar is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadapadar
Where is Gadapadar located?
Gadapadar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadapadar is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Gadapadar?
The pincode of Gadapadar is 762012.
What is the population of Gadapadar?
Gadapadar had a total population of 34, including 16 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Gadapadar?
Gadapadar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadapadar was 83.87%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.59%.