Barapadhani - Surada, Ganjam
Barapadhani is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Badangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapadhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapadhani is 410898. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Barapadhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapadhani
According to the 2011 Census, Barapadhani village had a total population of 452 people, including 240 males and 212 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.12%, with male literacy at 66.50% and female literacy at 35.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 133 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 107 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Barapadhani
Barapadhani 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 Barapadhani
Barapadhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surada to Barapadhani is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Barapadhani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapadhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapadhani 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 Barapadhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapadhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barapadhani
Where is Barapadhani located?
Barapadhani village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barapadhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapadhani is Bada Badangi.
What is the pincode of Barapadhani?
The pincode of Barapadhani is 761108.
What is the population of Barapadhani?
Barapadhani had a total population of 452, including 240 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Barapadhani?
Barapadhani had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapadhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapadhani was 52.12%. Male literacy was 66.50% and female literacy was 35.96%.