Kalipadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kalipadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Durgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalipadar is 425431. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kalipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalipadar village had a total population of 227 people, including 114 males and 113 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.76%, with male literacy at 47.92% and female literacy at 20.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 46 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 68 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kalipadar
Kalipadar 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 Kalipadar
Kalipadar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kalipadar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kalipadar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalipadar 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 Kalipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalipadar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalipadar
Where is Kalipadar located?
Kalipadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalipadar is Durgi.
What is the pincode of Kalipadar?
The pincode of Kalipadar is 765019.
What is the population of Kalipadar?
Kalipadar had a total population of 227, including 114 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kalipadar?
Kalipadar had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalipadar was 34.76%. Male literacy was 47.92% and female literacy was 20.88%.