Padmapur - Mohana, Gajapati
Padmapur is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Malasapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapur is 413713. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Padmapur 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 Padmapur
According to the 2011 Census, Padmapur village had a total population of 213 people, including 93 males and 120 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,290 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.57%, with male literacy at 53.95% and female literacy at 23.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 213 | 93 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 68 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 52 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapur
Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Padmapur 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 <5 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 Digapahandi to Padmapur is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Padmapur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Where is Padmapur located?
Padmapur village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapur is Malasapadar.
What is the pincode of Padmapur?
The pincode of Padmapur is 761015.
What is the population of Padmapur?
Padmapur had a total population of 213, including 93 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Padmapur?
Padmapur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapur was 36.57%. Male literacy was 53.95% and female literacy was 23.23%.