Lakhapadar - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Lakhapadar is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Parsali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhapadar is 425473. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lakhapadar 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 Lakhapadar
As per Census 2011, Lakhapadar village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 115 males and 155 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,347 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 115 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 115 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 115 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhapadar
Lakhapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamba | South | 2.45 km |
| Gumma | South | 3.88 km |
| Dhanapadar | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Badadenganali | South | 5.28 km |
| Chamarapadar | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Kurusomuhi | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Sanadenganali | South | 6.22 km |
| Mayabali | South-West | 6.22 km |
| Chattikana | South-West | 6.76 km |
| Tidimaska | South-West | 7.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhapadar
Lakhapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Lakhapadar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lakhapadar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhapadar 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 Lakhapadar
Where is Lakhapadar located?
Lakhapadar village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhapadar is Parsali.
What is the pincode of Lakhapadar?
The pincode of Lakhapadar is 765016.
What is the population of Lakhapadar?
Lakhapadar has a total population of 270, including 115 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Lakhapadar?
There are 59 households in Lakhapadar.