Padarpada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Padarpada is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padarpada is 416549. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Padarpada 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 Padarpada
As per Census 2011, Padarpada village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 61 males and 60 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Padarpada
Padarpada 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 Padarpada
Public transport in the Padarpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Padarpada is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padarpada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padarpada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padarpada
Where is Padarpada located?
Padarpada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Padarpada is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Padarpada?
The pincode of Padarpada is 762103.
What is the population of Padarpada?
Padarpada has a total population of 121, including 61 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Padarpada?
There are 31 households in Padarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Padarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padarpada is 53.72%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 51.67%.