Urkiapadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Urkiapadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urkiapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urkiapadar is 416440. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Urkiapadar 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 Urkiapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Urkiapadar village had a total population of 297 people, including 150 males and 147 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.30%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 54.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 297 | 150 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 64 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Urkiapadar
Urkiapadar 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 Urkiapadar
Public transport in the Urkiapadar 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 Phulabani to Urkiapadar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Urkiapadar is about 35 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 Urkiapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urkiapadar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urkiapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urkiapadar 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 Urkiapadar
Where is Urkiapadar located?
Urkiapadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urkiapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Urkiapadar is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Urkiapadar?
The pincode of Urkiapadar is 762011.
What is the population of Urkiapadar?
Urkiapadar had a total population of 297, including 150 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Urkiapadar?
Urkiapadar had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urkiapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urkiapadar was 62.30%. Male literacy was 71.07% and female literacy was 54.20%.