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
As per Census 2011, Padandaspur village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 354 males and 368 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padandaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 354 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| 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 has a total population of 722, including 354 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Padandaspur?
There are 171 households in Padandaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Padandaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padandaspur is 85.73%. Male literacy is 91.24% and female literacy is 80.43%.