Padmapadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Padmapadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapadar is 416570. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Padmapadar 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 Padmapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Padmapadar village had a total population of 525 people, including 254 males and 271 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.11%, with male literacy at 86.83% and female literacy at 55.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 525 | 254 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 178 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 76 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapadar
Padmapadar 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 Padmapadar
Padmapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Padmapadar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padmapadar is about 96 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 Padmapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmapadar 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 Padmapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmapadar 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 Padmapadar
Where is Padmapadar located?
Padmapadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapadar is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Padmapadar?
The pincode of Padmapadar is 762103.
What is the population of Padmapadar?
Padmapadar had a total population of 525, including 254 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Padmapadar?
Padmapadar had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapadar was 70.11%. Male literacy was 86.83% and female literacy was 55.22%.