Pipalpadar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Pipalpadar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalpadar is 428620. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pipalpadar 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 Pipalpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalpadar village had a total population of 403 people, including 191 males and 212 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.48%, with male literacy at 42.95% and female literacy at 19.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 403 | 191 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 189 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 64 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 127 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalpadar
Pipalpadar 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 Pipalpadar
Public transport in the Pipalpadar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pipalpadar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pipalpadar 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 Pipalpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalpadar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalpadar 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 Pipalpadar
Where is Pipalpadar located?
Pipalpadar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalpadar is Tentulipadar.
What is the pincode of Pipalpadar?
The pincode of Pipalpadar is 764014.
What is the population of Pipalpadar?
Pipalpadar had a total population of 403, including 191 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Pipalpadar?
Pipalpadar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalpadar was 30.48%. Male literacy was 42.95% and female literacy was 19.28%.