Kelapara - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kelapara is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelapara is 416404. The village covers a total geographical area of 949 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kelapara 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 Kelapara
As per Census 2011, Kelapara village has a total population of 1,349 people, consisting of 672 males and 677 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 672 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 262 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 410 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 262 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Kelapara
Kelapara 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 Kelapara
Public transport in the Kelapara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kelapara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kelapara is about 36 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 Kelapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelapara 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 Kelapara
Where is Kelapara located?
Kelapara village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelapara is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Kelapara?
The pincode of Kelapara is 762011.
What is the population of Kelapara?
Kelapara has a total population of 1,349, including 672 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Kelapara?
There are 354 households in Kelapara.
What is the literacy rate in Kelapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelapara is 51.22%. Male literacy is 61.01% and female literacy is 41.51%.