Polingpadar - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Polingpadar is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polingpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polingpadar is 424297. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Polingpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polingpadar
As per Census 2011, Polingpadar village has a total population of 838 people, consisting of 416 males and 422 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 724 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polingpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 838 | 416 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 103 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 359 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 191 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 225 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Polingpadar
Polingpadar 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 Polingpadar
Polingpadar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawanipatna to Polingpadar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polingpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polingpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Polingpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polingpadar 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 Polingpadar
Where is Polingpadar located?
Polingpadar village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polingpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Polingpadar is Gunpur.
What is the pincode of Polingpadar?
The pincode of Polingpadar is 766037.
What is the population of Polingpadar?
Polingpadar has a total population of 838, including 416 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Polingpadar?
There are 187 households in Polingpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Polingpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polingpadar is 35.20%. Male literacy is 45.91% and female literacy is 24.64%.