Poipada - Mohana, Gajapati
Poipada is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 113 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poipada is 413841. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Poipada 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 Poipada
According to the 2011 Census, Poipada village had a total population of 220 people, including 97 males and 123 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,268 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.71%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 43.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 220 | 97 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 64 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Poipada
Poipada 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 Poipada
Poipada 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 Poipada is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Poipada is about 113 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 Poipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Poipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poipada
Where is Poipada located?
Poipada village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Poipada is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Poipada?
The pincode of Poipada is 761015.
What is the population of Poipada?
Poipada had a total population of 220, including 97 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Poipada?
Poipada had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poipada was 44.71%. Male literacy was 45.83% and female literacy was 43.88%.