Panada Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Panada is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Nimakhandipentha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panada is 412789. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 761055 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Panada 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 Panada
As per Census 2011, Panada village has a total population of 1,309 people, consisting of 664 males and 645 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panada are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 664 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 157 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 409 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 255 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Panada
Panada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chasanimakhandi | West | 1.32 km |
| Jakameri Palli | North | 1.63 km |
| Dherendi | North | 1.90 km |
| Talapada | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Talasingi | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Kaithakhandi | South | 2.54 km |
| Meghojholi | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Jalameripalli | North | 2.90 km |
| Mathura | East | 3.01 km |
| Gumma | North-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panada
Panada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Panada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Panada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panada
Where is Panada located?
Panada village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panada?
The Gram Panchayat of Panada is Nimakhandipentha.
What is the pincode of Panada?
The pincode of Panada is 761055.
What is the population of Panada?
Panada has a total population of 1,309, including 664 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Panada?
There are 287 households in Panada.
What is the literacy rate in Panada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panada is 51.57%. Male literacy is 61.60% and female literacy is 41.24%.