Kamalapodar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Kamalapodar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalapodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalapodar is 428630. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kamalapodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamalapodar
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalapodar village had a total population of 424 people, including 196 males and 228 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.99%, with male literacy at 27.40% and female literacy at 10.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 422.
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 | 424 | 196 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 195 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 156 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalapodar
Kamalapodar 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 Kamalapodar
Public transport in the Kamalapodar 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 Sunabeda to Kamalapodar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kamalapodar is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalapodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalapodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamalapodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalapodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalapodar
Where is Kamalapodar located?
Kamalapodar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamalapodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalapodar is Tentulipadar.
What is the pincode of Kamalapodar?
The pincode of Kamalapodar is 764014.
What is the population of Kamalapodar?
Kamalapodar had a total population of 424, including 196 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Kamalapodar?
Kamalapodar had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalapodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalapodar was 17.99%. Male literacy was 27.40% and female literacy was 10.44%.