Kadapalasa - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Kadapalasa is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bahanada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadapalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadapalasa is 390897. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kadapalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadapalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kadapalasa village had a total population of 141 people, including 69 males and 72 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 65.45% and female literacy at 48.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kadapalasa
Kadapalasa 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 Kadapalasa
Public transport in the Kadapalasa 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Kadapalasa is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kadapalasa is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadapalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadapalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kadapalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadapalasa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadapalasa
Where is Kadapalasa located?
Kadapalasa village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kadapalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadapalasa is Bahanada.
What is the pincode of Kadapalasa?
The pincode of Kadapalasa is 757019.
What is the population of Kadapalasa?
Kadapalasa had a total population of 141, including 69 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Kadapalasa?
Kadapalasa had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadapalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadapalasa was 56.52%. Male literacy was 65.45% and female literacy was 48.33%.