Nakitipadar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Nakitipadar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakitipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakitipadar is 428658. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Nakitipadar 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 Nakitipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Nakitipadar village had a total population of 221 people, including 102 males and 119 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.86%, with male literacy at 25.56% and female literacy at 16.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 100 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 79 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Nakitipadar
Nakitipadar 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 Nakitipadar
Nakitipadar 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 Sunabeda to Nakitipadar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nakitipadar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakitipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakitipadar 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 Nakitipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakitipadar 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 Nakitipadar
Where is Nakitipadar located?
Nakitipadar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakitipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakitipadar is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Nakitipadar?
The pincode of Nakitipadar is 764014.
What is the population of Nakitipadar?
Nakitipadar had a total population of 221, including 102 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Nakitipadar?
Nakitipadar had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakitipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakitipadar was 20.86%. Male literacy was 25.56% and female literacy was 16.49%.