Keutasalada - Nimapada, Puri
Keutasalada is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chhanijanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keutasalada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keutasalada is 409010. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Keutasalada 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 Keutasalada
As per Census 2011, Keutasalada village has a total population of 433 people, consisting of 206 males and 227 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keutasalada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 206 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 171 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 35 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Keutasalada
Keutasalada 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 Keutasalada
Public transport in the Keutasalada 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 Keutasalada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Keutasalada 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 Keutasalada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keutasalada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keutasalada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keutasalada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keutasalada
Where is Keutasalada located?
Keutasalada village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keutasalada?
The Gram Panchayat of Keutasalada is Chhanijanga.
What is the pincode of Keutasalada?
The pincode of Keutasalada is 752110.
What is the population of Keutasalada?
Keutasalada has a total population of 433, including 206 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Keutasalada?
There are 103 households in Keutasalada.
What is the literacy rate in Keutasalada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keutasalada is 81.52%. Male literacy is 83.01% and female literacy is 80.18%.