Uparapadikhal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Uparapadikhal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uparapadikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uparapadikhal is 425863. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Uparapadikhal 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 Uparapadikhal
As per Census 2011, Uparapadikhal village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 113 males and 125 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uparapadikhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 113 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 73 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 40 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Uparapadikhal
Uparapadikhal 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 Uparapadikhal
Public transport in the Uparapadikhal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Uparapadikhal is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Uparapadikhal is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uparapadikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uparapadikhal 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 Uparapadikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uparapadikhal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Uparapadikhal
Where is Uparapadikhal located?
Uparapadikhal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uparapadikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Uparapadikhal is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Uparapadikhal?
The pincode of Uparapadikhal is 765015.
What is the population of Uparapadikhal?
Uparapadikhal has a total population of 238, including 113 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Uparapadikhal?
There are 67 households in Uparapadikhal.
What is the literacy rate in Uparapadikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uparapadikhal is 48.32%. Male literacy is 64.60% and female literacy is 33.60%.