Thuapadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Thuapadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Thuapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuapadi is 425196. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Thuapadi 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 Thuapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Thuapadi village had a total population of 935 people, including 462 males and 473 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.69%, with male literacy at 74.40% and female literacy at 42.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
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 | 935 | 462 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 87 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 285 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 279 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 183 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Thuapadi
Thuapadi 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 Thuapadi
Public transport in the Thuapadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thuapadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Thuapadi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Thuapadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuapadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thuapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuapadi 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 Thuapadi
Where is Thuapadi located?
Thuapadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuapadi is Thuapada.
What is the pincode of Thuapadi?
The pincode of Thuapadi is 765019.
What is the population of Thuapadi?
Thuapadi had a total population of 935, including 462 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Thuapadi?
Thuapadi had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuapadi was 57.69%. Male literacy was 74.40% and female literacy was 42.48%.