Naikapada - Ulunda, Sonepur
Naikapada is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Biramaharajpur and around 8 km from Subarnapur. Bisipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikapada is 419355. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 767062 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naikapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naikapada
According to the 2011 Census, Naikapada village had a total population of 1,023 people, including 516 males and 507 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 71.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 673.
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 | 1,023 | 516 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 331 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 403 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 113 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Naikapada
Naikapada 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 Naikapada
Naikapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Naikapada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Naikapada is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikapada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naikapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikapada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naikapada
Where is Naikapada located?
Naikapada village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naikapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikapada is Bisipada.
What is the pincode of Naikapada?
The pincode of Naikapada is 767062.
What is the population of Naikapada?
Naikapada had a total population of 1,023, including 516 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Naikapada?
Naikapada had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikapada was 80.70%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 71.98%.