Padapadara - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Padapadara is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padapadara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padapadara is 416540. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Padapadara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padapadara
As per Census 2011, Padapadara village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 128 males and 116 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padapadara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 84 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 44 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Padapadara
Padapadara 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 Padapadara
Public transport in the Padapadara 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 Sonapur to Padapadara is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padapadara is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padapadara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padapadara 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 Padapadara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padapadara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padapadara
Where is Padapadara located?
Padapadara village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padapadara?
The Gram Panchayat of Padapadara is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Padapadara?
The pincode of Padapadara is 762102.
What is the population of Padapadara?
Padapadara has a total population of 244, including 128 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Padapadara?
There are 53 households in Padapadara.
What is the literacy rate in Padapadara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padapadara is 48.36%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 29.31%.