Padrakia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Padrakia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Baliguda and around 121 km from Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padrakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padrakia is 416802. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Padrakia 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 Padrakia
According to the 2011 Census, Padrakia village had a total population of 272 people, including 133 males and 139 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.01%, with male literacy at 49.53% and female literacy at 29.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 80 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Padrakia
Padrakia 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 Padrakia
Public transport in the Padrakia 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 Padrakia is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padrakia is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padrakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padrakia 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 Padrakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padrakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padrakia
Where is Padrakia located?
Padrakia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padrakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Padrakia is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Padrakia?
The pincode of Padrakia is 762103.
What is the population of Padrakia?
Padrakia had a total population of 272, including 133 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Padrakia?
Padrakia had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padrakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padrakia was 39.01%. Male literacy was 49.53% and female literacy was 29.31%.