Padampur - Basta, Balasore
Padampur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Basta and around 35 km from Baleshwar. Barunagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 392387. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 251 people, including 116 males and 135 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.02%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 81.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 251 | 116 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Padampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Padampur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Barunagadia.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 756029.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 251, including 116 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 85.02%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 81.67%.