Padhanpada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Padhanpada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Adasipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhanpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhanpada is 415682. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada
As per Census 2011, Padhanpada village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 150 males and 144 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padhanpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 121 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 29 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Padhanpada
Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada
Public transport in the Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padhanpada is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhanpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhanpada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padhanpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhanpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhanpada
Where is Padhanpada located?
Padhanpada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhanpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhanpada is Adasipada.
What is the pincode of Padhanpada?
The pincode of Padhanpada is 762012.
What is the population of Padhanpada?
Padhanpada has a total population of 294, including 150 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Padhanpada?
There are 76 households in Padhanpada.
What is the literacy rate in Padhanpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhanpada is 64.29%. Male literacy is 80.67% and female literacy is 47.22%.