Tekpadar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tekpadar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Paparmetla and around 160 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekpadar is 430737. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Tekpadar 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 Tekpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Tekpadar village had a total population of 129 people, including 61 males and 68 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.75%, with male literacy at 1.79% and female literacy at 1.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 60 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Tekpadar
Tekpadar 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 Tekpadar
Tekpadar 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 Tekpadar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tekpadar is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekpadar 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 Tekpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekpadar 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 Tekpadar
Where is Tekpadar located?
Tekpadar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekpadar is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Tekpadar?
The pincode of Tekpadar is 764051.
What is the population of Tekpadar?
Tekpadar had a total population of 129, including 61 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Tekpadar?
Tekpadar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekpadar was 1.75%. Male literacy was 1.79% and female literacy was 1.72%.