Barapadar - Nandapur, Koraput
Barapadar is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapadar is 429890. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Barapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Barapadar village had a total population of 489 people, including 250 males and 239 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.52%, with male literacy at 60.50% and female literacy at 22.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 465.
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 | 489 | 250 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 465 | 238 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 121 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 129 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Barapadar
Barapadar 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 Barapadar
Public transport in the Barapadar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barapadar.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Barapadar is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Barapadar is about 51 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 Barapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapadar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barapadar
Where is Barapadar located?
Barapadar village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapadar is Balda.
What is the pincode of Barapadar?
The pincode of Barapadar is 764037.
What is the population of Barapadar?
Barapadar had a total population of 489, including 250 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Barapadar?
Barapadar had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapadar was 41.52%. Male literacy was 60.50% and female literacy was 22.05%.