Padhigaon - Mohana, Gajapati
Padhigaon is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Baghamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhigaon is 413938. The village covers a total geographical area of 889 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Padhigaon 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 Padhigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Padhigaon village had a total population of 1,010 people, including 496 males and 514 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.17%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 720.
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 | 1,010 | 496 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 720 | 356 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 316 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 180 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Padhigaon
Padhigaon 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 Padhigaon
Public transport in the Padhigaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Padhigaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Padhigaon is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhigaon
Where is Padhigaon located?
Padhigaon village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhigaon is Baghamari.
What is the pincode of Padhigaon?
The pincode of Padhigaon is 761017.
What is the population of Padhigaon?
Padhigaon had a total population of 1,010, including 496 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Padhigaon?
Padhigaon had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhigaon was 60.17%. Male literacy was 76.33% and female literacy was 44.68%.