Kokpadar - Sinapali, Nuapada
Kokpadar is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Litiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokpadar is 422268. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kokpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokpadar
As per Census 2011, Kokpadar village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 408 males and 393 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 408 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 178 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 230 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Kokpadar
Kokpadar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhunpani | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Jarelpadar | West | 2.03 km |
| Nuapara | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Litiguda | North | 2.36 km |
| Barpadar | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Bharuamunda | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Gailapani | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Govindapur | West | 3.81 km |
| Guduruguma | South | 3.99 km |
| Patialpara | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokpadar
Kokpadar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| 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 Khariar Road to Kokpadar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kokpadar is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kokpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokpadar 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 Kokpadar
Where is Kokpadar located?
Kokpadar village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokpadar is Litiguda.
What is the pincode of Kokpadar?
The pincode of Kokpadar is 766108.
What is the population of Kokpadar?
Kokpadar has a total population of 801, including 408 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Kokpadar?
There are 223 households in Kokpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kokpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokpadar is 33.96%. Male literacy is 43.63% and female literacy is 23.92%.