Kalapada
Kalapada is a village located in Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Machh Kund (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Guneipada is the gram panchayat of Kalapada village.
Kalapada has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kalapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalapada is 429545. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764040. Sunabeda is nearest town to Kalapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Kalapada
Below is a concise population overview of Kalapada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 103 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 93 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 55 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 48 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalapada village:
- The total population of Kalapada village is around 222, including approximately 103 males and 119 females, with a sex ratio of 1155 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Kalapada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalapada village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 205 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalapada village is about 36.94%, with male literacy at 53.40% and female literacy at 22.69%.
- There are around 75 households in Kalapada village.
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Machh Kund Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalapada is Guneipada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalapada?
- The pincode of Kalapada is 764040, 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 222, with 103 males and 119 females.
- How many households are there in Kalapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalapada village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalapada is 36.94%. The male literacy rate is 53.40%, while the female literacy rate is 22.69%.