Padiapurusotamapur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Padiapurusotamapur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Basudebapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padiapurusotamapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiapurusotamapur is 412769. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Padiapurusotamapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padiapurusotamapur
As per Census 2011, Padiapurusotamapur village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 153 males and 172 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padiapurusotamapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 153 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 81 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 72 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Padiapurusotamapur
Padiapurusotamapur 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 Padiapurusotamapur
Padiapurusotamapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Padiapurusotamapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Padiapurusotamapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiapurusotamapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiapurusotamapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padiapurusotamapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiapurusotamapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padiapurusotamapur
Where is Padiapurusotamapur located?
Padiapurusotamapur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padiapurusotamapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padiapurusotamapur is Basudebapur.
What is the pincode of Padiapurusotamapur?
The pincode of Padiapurusotamapur is 761012.
What is the population of Padiapurusotamapur?
Padiapurusotamapur has a total population of 325, including 153 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Padiapurusotamapur?
There are 81 households in Padiapurusotamapur.
What is the literacy rate in Padiapurusotamapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiapurusotamapur is 41.54%. Male literacy is 52.94% and female literacy is 31.40%.