Wadkajhola - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Wadkajhola 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 88 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadkajhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadkajhola is 428599. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Wadkajhola 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 Wadkajhola
According to the 2011 Census, Wadkajhola village had a total population of 81 people, including 39 males and 42 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.93%, with male literacy at 18.18% and female literacy at 11.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 33 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Wadkajhola
Wadkajhola 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 Wadkajhola
Wadkajhola 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 Jeypur to Wadkajhola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Wadkajhola is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadkajhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadkajhola 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 Wadkajhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadkajhola 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 Wadkajhola
Where is Wadkajhola located?
Wadkajhola village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wadkajhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadkajhola is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Wadkajhola?
The pincode of Wadkajhola is 764014.
What is the population of Wadkajhola?
Wadkajhola had a total population of 81, including 39 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Wadkajhola?
Wadkajhola had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadkajhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadkajhola was 14.93%. Male literacy was 18.18% and female literacy was 11.76%.