Padama-Ii - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Padama-Ii is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padama-Ii village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padama-Ii is 416101. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Padama-Ii village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padama-Ii
According to the 2011 Census, Padama-Ii village had a total population of 175 people, including 95 males and 80 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 14 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 89 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Padama-Ii
Padama-Ii 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 Padama-Ii
Public transport in the Padama-Ii 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 G. Udayagiri to Padama-Ii is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padama-Ii is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padama-Ii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padama-Ii 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padama-Ii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padama-Ii village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padama-Ii
Where is Padama-Ii located?
Padama-Ii village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padama-Ii?
The Gram Panchayat of Padama-Ii is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Padama-Ii?
The pincode of Padama-Ii is 762028.
What is the population of Padama-Ii?
Padama-Ii had a total population of 175, including 95 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Padama-Ii?
Padama-Ii had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padama-Ii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padama-Ii was 82.91%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 72.73%.