Bahadapadar - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Bahadapadar is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhanjanagar and around 112 km from Chatrapur. Sanakodanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahadapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadapadar is 410589. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bahadapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahadapadar
As per Census 2011, Bahadapadar village has a total population of 2,019 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 955 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,372 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahadapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 1,064 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 138 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 181 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 801 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 263 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadapadar
Bahadapadar 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 Bahadapadar
Public transport in the Bahadapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Bahadapadar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bahadapadar is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahadapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadapadar 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 Bahadapadar
Where is Bahadapadar located?
Bahadapadar village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahadapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahadapadar is Sanakodanda.
What is the pincode of Bahadapadar?
The pincode of Bahadapadar is 761126.
What is the population of Bahadapadar?
Bahadapadar has a total population of 2,019, including 1,064 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Bahadapadar?
There are 449 households in Bahadapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadapadar is 67.95%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 59.79%.