Papada - Gumma, Gajapati

Papada is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Serango and around 44 km from Paralakhemundi. Bhubani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papada village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Papada is 414357. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.

Papada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Papada

According to the 2011 Census, Papada village had a total population of 175 people, including 81 males and 94 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.84%, with male literacy at 51.47% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Papada

Papada 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Papada

Public transport in the Papada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitapuram Halt, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Papada is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Papada is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Papada

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papada village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Papada

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papada village are given below:

FAQs about Papada