Kudikipadar - Nandapur, Koraput
Kudikipadar is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudikipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudikipadar is 429935. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kudikipadar 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 Kudikipadar
As per Census 2011, Kudikipadar village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 105 males and 101 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudikipadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 93 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kudikipadar
Kudikipadar 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 Kudikipadar
Public transport in the Kudikipadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kudikipadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kudikipadar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kudikipadar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudikipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudikipadar 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 Kudikipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudikipadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kudikipadar
Where is Kudikipadar located?
Kudikipadar village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudikipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudikipadar is Nandaka.
What is the pincode of Kudikipadar?
The pincode of Kudikipadar is 764037.
What is the population of Kudikipadar?
Kudikipadar has a total population of 206, including 105 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kudikipadar?
There are 49 households in Kudikipadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kudikipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudikipadar is 8.25%. Male literacy is 11.43% and female literacy is 4.95%.