Kiyapadu - Rayagada
Kiyapadu is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiyapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiyapadu is 426307. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 765002 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kiyapadu 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 Kiyapadu
As per Census 2011, Kiyapadu village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 144 males and 153 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiyapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 144 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 98 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 64 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 80 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kiyapadu
Kiyapadu 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 Kiyapadu
Public transport in the Kiyapadu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kiyapadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kiyapadu is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kiyapadu is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiyapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiyapadu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiyapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiyapadu 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 Kiyapadu
Where is Kiyapadu located?
Kiyapadu village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiyapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiyapadu is Gumma.
What is the pincode of Kiyapadu?
The pincode of Kiyapadu is 765002.
What is the population of Kiyapadu?
Kiyapadu has a total population of 297, including 144 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Kiyapadu?
There are 77 households in Kiyapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Kiyapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiyapadu is 35.69%. Male literacy is 44.44% and female literacy is 27.45%.