Khetpada - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Khetpada is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetpada is 391178. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khetpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khetpada
According to the 2011 Census, Khetpada village had a total population of 130 people, including 68 males and 62 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.77%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Khetpada
Khetpada 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 Khetpada
Khetpada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Khetpada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khetpada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khetpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khetpada
Where is Khetpada located?
Khetpada village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetpada is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Khetpada?
The pincode of Khetpada is 757041.
What is the population of Khetpada?
Khetpada had a total population of 130, including 68 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Khetpada?
Khetpada had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetpada was 58.77%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 48.21%.