Korapada - Derabish, Kendrapara
Korapada is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Khamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korapada is 396683. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Korapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korapada
According to the 2011 Census, Korapada village had a total population of 193 people, including 95 males and 98 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.71%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 83.91%.
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 | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Korapada
Korapada 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 Korapada
Korapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kendrapara to Korapada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Korapada is about 14 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 Korapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korapada
Where is Korapada located?
Korapada village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Korapada is Khamala.
What is the pincode of Korapada?
The pincode of Korapada is 754208.
What is the population of Korapada?
Korapada had a total population of 193, including 95 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Korapada?
Korapada had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korapada was 86.71%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 83.91%.