Padampur - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Padampur is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rengsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 423919. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 410 people, including 199 males and 211 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 32.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 410 | 199 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 45 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 114 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 85 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Public transport in the Padampur 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Padampur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Padampur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur 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 Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Rengsapali.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 766016.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 410, including 199 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 50.00%. Male literacy was 69.09% and female literacy was 32.40%.