Kodakan - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Kodakan is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Marsaghai and around 50 km from Kendrapara . Patalipanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodakan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodakan is 396973. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 754141 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kodakan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodakan
According to the 2011 Census, Kodakan village had a total population of 628 people, including 337 males and 291 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.77%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
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 | 628 | 337 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 256 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 261 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 76 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Kodakan
Kodakan 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 Kodakan
Kodakan 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 Paradip to Kodakan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kodakan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodakan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodakan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kodakan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodakan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kodakan
Where is Kodakan located?
Kodakan village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodakan is Patalipanka.
What is the pincode of Kodakan?
The pincode of Kodakan is 754141.
What is the population of Kodakan?
Kodakan had a total population of 628, including 337 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kodakan?
Kodakan had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodakan was 78.77%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 67.05%.