Padmanabhapurpentha - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Padmanabhapurpentha is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Padmanavapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmanabhapurpentha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmanabhapurpentha is 412776. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Padmanabhapurpentha 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 Padmanabhapurpentha
As per Census 2011, Padmanabhapurpentha village has a total population of 2,759 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,396 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,657 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padmanabhapurpentha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,759 | 1,363 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 181 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 257 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 913 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 450 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Padmanabhapurpentha
Padmanabhapurpentha 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 Padmanabhapurpentha
Padmanabhapurpentha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Padmanabhapurpentha is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Padmanabhapurpentha 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 Padmanabhapurpentha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmanabhapurpentha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padmanabhapurpentha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmanabhapurpentha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padmanabhapurpentha
Where is Padmanabhapurpentha located?
Padmanabhapurpentha village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmanabhapurpentha?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmanabhapurpentha is Padmanavapur.
What is the pincode of Padmanabhapurpentha?
The pincode of Padmanabhapurpentha is 761007.
What is the population of Padmanabhapurpentha?
Padmanabhapurpentha has a total population of 2,759, including 1,363 males and 1,396 females.
How many households are there in Padmanabhapurpentha?
There are 622 households in Padmanabhapurpentha.
What is the literacy rate in Padmanabhapurpentha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmanabhapurpentha is 60.06%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 53.30%.