Padasahi - Mohana, Gajapati
Padasahi is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 112 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padasahi is 413842. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Padasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Padasahi village had a total population of 96 people, including 47 males and 49 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 47.62% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Padasahi
Padasahi 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 Padasahi
Padasahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Padasahi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Padasahi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padasahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padasahi
Where is Padasahi located?
Padasahi village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Padasahi is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Padasahi?
The pincode of Padasahi is 761015.
What is the population of Padasahi?
Padasahi had a total population of 96, including 47 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Padasahi?
Padasahi had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padasahi was 32.14%. Male literacy was 47.62% and female literacy was 16.67%.