Kalpader - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kalpader is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalpader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalpader is 430619. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kalpader village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalpader
As per Census 2011, Kalpader village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 49 males and 47 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalpader are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kalpader
Kalpader 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 Kalpader
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalpader.
| 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 Balimela to Kalpader is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kalpader is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalpader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalpader 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 Kalpader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalpader 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 Kalpader
Where is Kalpader located?
Kalpader village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalpader?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalpader is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Kalpader?
The pincode of Kalpader is 764052.
What is the population of Kalpader?
Kalpader has a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Kalpader?
There are 34 households in Kalpader.
What is the literacy rate in Kalpader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalpader is 62.50%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 53.19%.