Walkapadar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Walkapadar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Narayanapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walkapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walkapadar is 428564. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Walkapadar 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 Walkapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Walkapadar village had a total population of 10 people, including 3 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 2,333 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Walkapadar
Walkapadar 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 Walkapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Walkapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Walkapadar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Walkapadar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walkapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walkapadar 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 Walkapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walkapadar 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 Walkapadar
Where is Walkapadar located?
Walkapadar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Walkapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Walkapadar is Narayanapatna.
What is the pincode of Walkapadar?
The pincode of Walkapadar is 764014.
What is the population of Walkapadar?
Walkapadar had a total population of 10, including 3 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Walkapadar?
Walkapadar had 2 households.