Padapalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Padapalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padapalli is 411328. The village falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Padapalli village had a total population of 732 people, including 353 males and 379 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.37%, with male literacy at 95.89% and female literacy at 67.85%.
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 | 732 | 353 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 303 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 50 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Padapalli
Padapalli 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 Padapalli
Padapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Asika to Padapalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Padapalli is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padapalli 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 Padapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padapalli
Where is Padapalli located?
Padapalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Padapalli?
The pincode of Padapalli is 761107.
What is the population of Padapalli?
Padapalli had a total population of 732, including 353 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Padapalli?
Padapalli had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padapalli was 81.37%. Male literacy was 95.89% and female literacy was 67.85%.