Keradapadar - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Keradapadar is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keradapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keradapadar is 425586. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Keradapadar 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 Keradapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Keradapadar village had a total population of 127 people, including 58 males and 69 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.83%, with male literacy at 27.91% and female literacy at 8.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 46 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Keradapadar
Keradapadar 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 Keradapadar
Keradapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Keradapadar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Keradapadar is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keradapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keradapadar 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 Keradapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keradapadar 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 Keradapadar
Where is Keradapadar located?
Keradapadar village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keradapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Keradapadar is Sunakhandi.
What is the pincode of Keradapadar?
The pincode of Keradapadar is 765016.
What is the population of Keradapadar?
Keradapadar had a total population of 127, including 58 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Keradapadar?
Keradapadar had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keradapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keradapadar was 16.83%. Male literacy was 27.91% and female literacy was 8.62%.