Padhuan - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Padhuan is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Basudebpur and around 55 km from Bhadrak. Padhuan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhuan is 394897. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Padhuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhuan
As per Census 2011, Padhuan village has a total population of 6,945 people, consisting of 3,423 males and 3,522 females. The village has 1,445 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 856 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,707 literate and 2,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padhuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,945 | 3,423 | 3,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 432 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,414 | 1,728 | 1,686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,707 | 2,567 | 2,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,238 | 856 | 1,382 |
Nearby Villages of Padhuan
Padhuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Anatira | South | 2.02 km |
| Sankharu | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Muladiha | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Bachhada | North | 2.21 km |
| Jireigadi | West | 2.30 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Bhatapara | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Uhad | South | 3.27 km |
| Iswarpur | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Artung | West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padhuan
Padhuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basudebpur to Padhuan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Padhuan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padhuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhuan
Where is Padhuan located?
Padhuan village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhuan?
Padhuan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padhuan?
The pincode of Padhuan is 756046.
What is the population of Padhuan?
Padhuan has a total population of 6,945, including 3,423 males and 3,522 females.
How many households are there in Padhuan?
There are 1,445 households in Padhuan.
What is the literacy rate in Padhuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhuan is 67.78%. Male literacy is 74.99% and female literacy is 60.76%.