Ghotakapadar - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Ghotakapadar is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotakapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotakapadar is 416937. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Ghotakapadar 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 Ghotakapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotakapadar village had a total population of 149 people, including 74 males and 75 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.19%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 36.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotakapadar
Ghotakapadar 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 Ghotakapadar
Ghotakapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 G. Udayagiri to Ghotakapadar is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghotakapadar is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotakapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotakapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotakapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotakapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotakapadar
Where is Ghotakapadar located?
Ghotakapadar village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotakapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotakapadar is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Ghotakapadar?
The pincode of Ghotakapadar is 762107.
What is the population of Ghotakapadar?
Ghotakapadar had a total population of 149, including 74 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Ghotakapadar?
Ghotakapadar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotakapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotakapadar was 42.19%. Male literacy was 49.12% and female literacy was 36.62%.