Kardapal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Kardapal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kukudabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kardapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kardapal is 382475. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kardapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kardapal
As per Census 2011, Kardapal village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 85 males and 91 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kardapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kardapal
Kardapal 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 Kardapal
Public transport in the Kardapal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Redhakhol to Kardapal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kardapal is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kardapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kardapal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kardapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kardapal 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 Kardapal
Where is Kardapal located?
Kardapal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kardapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kardapal is Kukudabahali.
What is the pincode of Kardapal?
The pincode of Kardapal is 768105.
What is the population of Kardapal?
Kardapal has a total population of 176, including 85 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Kardapal?
There are 37 households in Kardapal.
What is the literacy rate in Kardapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kardapal is 55.68%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 52.75%.