Padandaspur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Padandaspur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padandaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padandaspur is 399534. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Padandaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padandaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Padandaspur village had a total population of 722 people, including 354 males and 368 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.80%, with male literacy at 97.00% and female literacy at 88.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 722 | 354 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 323 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 31 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Padandaspur
Padandaspur 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 Padandaspur
Padandaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Padandaspur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padandaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padandaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Padandaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padandaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Padandaspur
Where is Padandaspur located?
Padandaspur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padandaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padandaspur is Mahanga.
What is the pincode of Padandaspur?
The pincode of Padandaspur is 754206.
What is the population of Padandaspur?
Padandaspur had a total population of 722, including 354 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Padandaspur?
Padandaspur had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padandaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padandaspur was 92.80%. Male literacy was 97.00% and female literacy was 88.62%.