Kyalpadu - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kyalpadu is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kyalpadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kyalpadu is 425341. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kyalpadu 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 Kyalpadu
As per Census 2011, Kyalpadu village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 161 males and 168 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kyalpadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 161 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 159 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 67 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 94 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kyalpadu
Kyalpadu 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 Kyalpadu
Kyalpadu 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 >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 Kyalpadu is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kyalpadu is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kyalpadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kyalpadu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kyalpadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kyalpadu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kyalpadu
Where is Kyalpadu located?
Kyalpadu village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kyalpadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kyalpadu is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Kyalpadu?
The pincode of Kyalpadu is 765019.
What is the population of Kyalpadu?
Kyalpadu has a total population of 329, including 161 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Kyalpadu?
There are 72 households in Kyalpadu.
What is the literacy rate in Kyalpadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kyalpadu is 33.74%. Male literacy is 41.61% and female literacy is 26.19%.