Pipalapadar - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Pipalapadar is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Khamarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalapadar is 412967. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pipalapadar 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 Pipalapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalapadar village had a total population of 68 people, including 32 males and 36 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalapadar
Pipalapadar 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 Pipalapadar
Pipalapadar 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 >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 Pipalapadar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Pipalapadar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalapadar 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 Pipalapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalapadar
Where is Pipalapadar located?
Pipalapadar village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalapadar is Khamarigam.
What is the pincode of Pipalapadar?
The pincode of Pipalapadar is 761011.
What is the population of Pipalapadar?
Pipalapadar had a total population of 68, including 32 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Pipalapadar?
Pipalapadar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalapadar was 76.36%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 65.52%.