Padmapur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Padmapur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from Nuagaon and around 92 km from Chatrapur. Bijaya Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapur is 412964. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 760003 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Digapahandi 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 62 people, including 27 males and 35 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,296 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.87%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 6.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Padmapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Padmapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Padmapur is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapur is Bijaya Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Padmapur?
The pincode of Padmapur is 760003.
What is the population of Padmapur?
Padmapur had a total population of 62, including 27 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Padmapur?
Padmapur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapur was 18.87%. Male literacy was 36.36% and female literacy was 6.45%.