Kakarudrapurmelaka - Balianta, Khordha
Kakarudrapurmelaka is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kakaruidrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarudrapurmelaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarudrapurmelaka is 407596. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kakarudrapurmelaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakarudrapurmelaka
According to the 2011 Census, Kakarudrapurmelaka village had a total population of 274 people, including 144 males and 130 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.58%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 118 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 26 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarudrapurmelaka
Kakarudrapurmelaka 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 Kakarudrapurmelaka
Kakarudrapurmelaka 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 >10 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 Bhubaneswar to Kakarudrapurmelaka is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Kakarudrapurmelaka is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakarudrapurmelaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarudrapurmelaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarudrapurmelaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarudrapurmelaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakarudrapurmelaka
Where is Kakarudrapurmelaka located?
Kakarudrapurmelaka village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakarudrapurmelaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarudrapurmelaka is Kakaruidrapur.
What is the pincode of Kakarudrapurmelaka?
The pincode of Kakarudrapurmelaka is 752102.
What is the population of Kakarudrapurmelaka?
Kakarudrapurmelaka had a total population of 274, including 144 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kakarudrapurmelaka?
Kakarudrapurmelaka had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarudrapurmelaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarudrapurmelaka was 84.58%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 81.36%.