Padakana
Padakana is a village located in Bant tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bant (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Padhanpada is the gram panchayat of Padakana village.
Here you can discover what makes Padakana unique in its vibrant Bant-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Padakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padakana is 394401. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756114. Bhadrak is nearest town to Padakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Padakana
Population of Padakana
According to the 2011 Census, Padakana has a total population of about 492, with approximately 253 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.10%, with male literacy at about 83.00% and female literacy near 79.08%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 253 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 163 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 210 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 43 | 50 |
Connectivity of Padakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padakana. As per the 2011 stats, Padakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Padakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padakana
- Where is Padakana located?
- Padakana village is situated in Bant Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Padakana is Padhanpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Padakana?
- The pincode of Padakana is 756114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padakana is 492, with 253 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Padakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padakana village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padakana is 81.10%. The male literacy rate is 83.00%, while the female literacy rate is 79.08%.