Kaliapada Village - Nimapada, Puri
Kaliapada is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliapada is 408952. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kaliapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliapada
As per Census 2011, Kaliapada village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 264 males and 269 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliapada are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 264 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 230 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliapada
Kaliapada 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 Kaliapada
Kaliapada 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 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 Nimapada to Kaliapada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kaliapada is about 35 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 Kaliapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliapada 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 Kaliapada
Where is Kaliapada located?
Kaliapada village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliapada is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Kaliapada?
The pincode of Kaliapada is 752105.
What is the population of Kaliapada?
Kaliapada has a total population of 533, including 264 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Kaliapada?
There are 115 households in Kaliapada.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliapada is 79.92%. Male literacy is 87.12% and female literacy is 72.86%.