Padangikheta - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Padangikheta is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Danekbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padangikheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padangikheta is 417465. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Padangikheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padangikheta
As per Census 2011, Padangikheta village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 366 males and 369 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padangikheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 366 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 90 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 324 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 197 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 169 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Padangikheta
Padangikheta 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 Padangikheta
Padangikheta 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Padangikheta is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padangikheta is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padangikheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padangikheta 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 Padangikheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padangikheta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padangikheta
Where is Padangikheta located?
Padangikheta village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padangikheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Padangikheta is Danekbadi.
What is the pincode of Padangikheta?
The pincode of Padangikheta is 762104.
What is the population of Padangikheta?
Padangikheta has a total population of 735, including 366 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Padangikheta?
There are 155 households in Padangikheta.
What is the literacy rate in Padangikheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padangikheta is 46.12%. Male literacy is 53.83% and female literacy is 38.48%.