Padigan
Padigan is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Rebingia is the gram panchayat of Padigan village.
Padigan has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Padigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padigan is 416653. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Padigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
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Population of Padigan
Below is a concise population overview of Padigan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 69 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 61 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 30 | 53 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padigan village:
- The total population of Padigan village is around 153, including approximately 69 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 1217 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Padigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padigan village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padigan village is about 45.75%, with male literacy at 56.52% and female literacy at 36.90%.
- There are around 30 households in Padigan village.
Connectivity of Padigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padigan. As per the 2011 stats, Padigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Padigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padigan
- Where is Padigan located?
- Padigan village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Padigan is Rebingia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Padigan?
- The pincode of Padigan is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padigan is 153, with 69 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Padigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padigan village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padigan is 45.75%. The male literacy rate is 56.52%, while the female literacy rate is 36.90%.