Kalapaipadar - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kalapaipadar is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Manusgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalapaipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalapaipadar is 425802. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Kalapaipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalapaipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalapaipadar village had a total population of 60 people, including 28 males and 32 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.22%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kalapaipadar
Kalapaipadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kabatasil | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Podapadar | East | 2.52 km |
| Raelpeta | North | 2.72 km |
| Dalaguma | North | 3.16 km |
| Dandabad | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Manasagam | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Singarikhadika | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Kotelpadar | East | 3.99 km |
| Sorishabad | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Kalandiamba | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalapaipadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalapaipadar. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kalapaipadar is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kalapaipadar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalapaipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalapaipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalapaipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalapaipadar 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 Kalapaipadar
Where is Kalapaipadar located?
Kalapaipadar village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalapaipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalapaipadar is Manusgam.
What is the pincode of Kalapaipadar?
The pincode of Kalapaipadar is 765016.
What is the population of Kalapaipadar?
Kalapaipadar had a total population of 60, including 28 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kalapaipadar?
Kalapaipadar had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalapaipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalapaipadar was 22.22%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 0.00%.