Nakulapadar - Machh Kund, Koraput
Nakulapadar is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Peta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakulapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakulapadar is 429498. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Nakulapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Nakulapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Nakulapadar village had a total population of 25 people, including 13 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Nakulapadar
Nakulapadar 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 Nakulapadar
Nakulapadar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Nakulapadar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nakulapadar 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 Nakulapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakulapadar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakulapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakulapadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakulapadar
Where is Nakulapadar located?
Nakulapadar village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakulapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakulapadar is Peta.
What is the pincode of Nakulapadar?
The pincode of Nakulapadar is 764040.
What is the population of Nakulapadar?
Nakulapadar had a total population of 25, including 13 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Nakulapadar?
Nakulapadar had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakulapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakulapadar was 42.86%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 40.00%.