Ketemera - Padmapur, Rayagada
Ketemera is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gulluguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ketemera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketemera is 427079. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Ketemera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ketemera
As per Census 2011, Ketemera village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 89 males and 84 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ketemera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 52 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Ketemera
Ketemera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchakarada | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Laiguda | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Redinguda | North | 1.29 km |
| Hapaladua | East | 1.83 km |
| Tabala Guda | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Guluguda | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Simiri | East | 2.80 km |
| Sourapendraguda | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Kandhalugurumundi | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Pusiguda | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ketemera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ketemera. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gunupur to Ketemera is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ketemera is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketemera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketemera 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 Ketemera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketemera 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 Ketemera
Where is Ketemera located?
Ketemera village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ketemera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketemera is Gulluguda.
What is the pincode of Ketemera?
The pincode of Ketemera is 765025.
What is the population of Ketemera?
Ketemera has a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Ketemera?
There are 38 households in Ketemera.
What is the literacy rate in Ketemera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketemera is 36.99%. Male literacy is 41.57% and female literacy is 32.14%.