Kapapadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kapapadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapapadar is 425372. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kapapadar 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 Kapapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Kapapadar village had a total population of 353 people, including 156 males and 197 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.86%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 30.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 353 | 156 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 145 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 91 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Kapapadar
Kapapadar 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 Kapapadar
Public transport in the Kapapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gunupur to Kapapadar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kapapadar 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 Kapapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapapadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapapadar
Where is Kapapadar located?
Kapapadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapapadar is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Kapapadar?
The pincode of Kapapadar is 765019.
What is the population of Kapapadar?
Kapapadar had a total population of 353, including 156 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kapapadar?
Kapapadar had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapapadar was 39.86%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 30.13%.