Gamakapadar - Kundura, Koraput
Gamakapadar is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kerimiti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamakapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamakapadar is 429140. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Gamakapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamakapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Gamakapadar village had a total population of 176 people, including 93 males and 83 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.85%, with male literacy at 21.54% and female literacy at 6.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 79 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gamakapadar
Gamakapadar 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 Gamakapadar
Public transport in the Gamakapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gamakapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Gamakapadar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gamakapadar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamakapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamakapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamakapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamakapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gamakapadar
Where is Gamakapadar located?
Gamakapadar village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamakapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamakapadar is Kerimiti.
What is the pincode of Gamakapadar?
The pincode of Gamakapadar is 764002.
What is the population of Gamakapadar?
Gamakapadar had a total population of 176, including 93 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Gamakapadar?
Gamakapadar had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamakapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamakapadar was 13.85%. Male literacy was 21.54% and female literacy was 6.15%.