Padikia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Padikia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padikia is 415808. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Padikia 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 Padikia
According to the 2011 Census, Padikia village had a total population of 122 people, including 58 males and 64 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.14%, with male literacy at 58.00% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Padikia
Padikia 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 Padikia
Public transport in the Padikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Padikia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padikia is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padikia
Where is Padikia located?
Padikia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Padikia is Ratingia.
What is the pincode of Padikia?
The pincode of Padikia is 762100.
What is the population of Padikia?
Padikia had a total population of 122, including 58 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Padikia?
Padikia had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padikia was 55.14%. Male literacy was 58.00% and female literacy was 52.63%.