Kuliapadara - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kuliapadara is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuliapadara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuliapadara is 425732. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Kuliapadara 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 Kuliapadara
According to the 2011 Census, Kuliapadara village had a total population of 271 people, including 132 males and 139 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.05%, with male literacy at 24.49% and female literacy at 6.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 271 | 132 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 108 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Kuliapadara
Kuliapadara 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 Kuliapadara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuliapadara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kuliapadara is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kuliapadara is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuliapadara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuliapadara 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 Kuliapadara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuliapadara 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 Kuliapadara
Where is Kuliapadara located?
Kuliapadara village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuliapadara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuliapadara is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Kuliapadara?
The pincode of Kuliapadara is 765015.
What is the population of Kuliapadara?
Kuliapadara had a total population of 271, including 132 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kuliapadara?
Kuliapadara had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuliapadara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuliapadara was 15.05%. Male literacy was 24.49% and female literacy was 6.48%.