Kalapada
Kalapada is a village located in Kendrapara Sadar tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kendrapara Sadar (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Kalapada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalapada unique in its vibrant Kendrapara Sadar-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Kalapada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalapada is 396513. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754212. Kendrapara is nearest town to Kalapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kalapada
Population of Kalapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kalapada has a total population of about 2,441, with approximately 1,245 males and 1,196 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.40%, with male literacy at about 81.37% and female literacy near 71.24%. There are around 589 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,245 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,013 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 232 | 344 |
Connectivity of Kalapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalapada. As per the 2011 stats, Kalapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalapada
- Where is Kalapada located?
- Kalapada village is situated in Kendrapara Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalapada?
- Kalapada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalapada?
- The pincode of Kalapada is 754212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalapada is 2,441, with 1,245 males and 1,196 females.
- How many households are there in Kalapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalapada village has a total of 589 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalapada is 76.40%. The male literacy rate is 81.37%, while the female literacy rate is 71.24%.