Kunturpader - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kunturpader is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Jodamba and around 178 km from Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunturpader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunturpader is 430829. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kunturpader 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 Kunturpader
As per Census 2011, Kunturpader village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 113 males and 131 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunturpader are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 113 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 111 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 64 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 49 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kunturpader
Kunturpader 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 Kunturpader
Kunturpader 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 Balimela to Kunturpader is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kunturpader is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunturpader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunturpader 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 Kunturpader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunturpader village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunturpader
Where is Kunturpader located?
Kunturpader village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunturpader?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunturpader is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Kunturpader?
The pincode of Kunturpader is 764052.
What is the population of Kunturpader?
Kunturpader has a total population of 244, including 113 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Kunturpader?
There are 56 households in Kunturpader.
What is the literacy rate in Kunturpader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunturpader is 34.84%. Male literacy is 56.64% and female literacy is 16.03%.