Tandapadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tandapadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tandapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tandapadar is 416720. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Tandapadar 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 Tandapadar
As per Census 2011, Tandapadar village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 61 males and 63 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tandapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 45 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Tandapadar
Tandapadar 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 Tandapadar
Public transport in the Tandapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tandapadar is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tandapadar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tandapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tandapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tandapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tandapadar 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 Tandapadar
Where is Tandapadar located?
Tandapadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tandapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tandapadar is Parampanga.
What is the pincode of Tandapadar?
The pincode of Tandapadar is 762110.
What is the population of Tandapadar?
Tandapadar has a total population of 124, including 61 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Tandapadar?
There are 27 households in Tandapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Tandapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tandapadar is 17.74%. Male literacy is 26.23% and female literacy is 9.52%.