Gotalapadar - Gunupur, Rayagada
Gotalapadar is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gothalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotalapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotalapadar is 426831. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 765034 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gotalapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotalapadar
As per Census 2011, Gotalapadar village has a total population of 1,062 people, consisting of 546 males and 516 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotalapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 546 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 140 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 379 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 167 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Gotalapadar
Gotalapadar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhamaguda | West | 1.45 km |
| Bainapadar | North | 1.74 km |
| San-sangidi | East | 1.87 km |
| Seetapur | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Badasangidi | West | 2.66 km |
| Hatibadi | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Kururaguda | South | 3.01 km |
| Dasarathapur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Penguda Alias Bodobikrampur | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Singubai | East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotalapadar
Gotalapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palasingi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gotalapadar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gotalapadar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotalapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotalapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gotalapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotalapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gotalapadar
Where is Gotalapadar located?
Gotalapadar village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotalapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotalapadar is Gothalapadar.
What is the pincode of Gotalapadar?
The pincode of Gotalapadar is 765034.
What is the population of Gotalapadar?
Gotalapadar has a total population of 1,062, including 546 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Gotalapadar?
There are 260 households in Gotalapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Gotalapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotalapadar is 58.00%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 45.93%.