Kantapadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kantapadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantapadar is 416353. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kantapadar 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 Kantapadar
As per Census 2011, Kantapadar village has a total population of 30 people, consisting of 13 males and 17 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,307 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kantapadar
Kantapadar 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 Kantapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantapadar.
| 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 Kantapadar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kantapadar is about 40 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 Kantapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantapadar 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 Kantapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantapadar 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 Kantapadar
Where is Kantapadar located?
Kantapadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantapadar is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Kantapadar?
The pincode of Kantapadar is 762011.
What is the population of Kantapadar?
Kantapadar has a total population of 30, including 13 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kantapadar?
There are 5 households in Kantapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kantapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantapadar is 50.00%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 35.29%.