Padipanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Padipanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padipanga is 416392. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Padipanga 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 Padipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Padipanga village had a total population of 51 people, including 26 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.34%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 17 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Padipanga
Padipanga 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 Padipanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padipanga.
| 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 Phulabani to Padipanga is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padipanga is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padipanga 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 Padipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padipanga 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 Padipanga
Where is Padipanga located?
Padipanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Padipanga is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Padipanga?
The pincode of Padipanga is 762011.
What is the population of Padipanga?
Padipanga had a total population of 51, including 26 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Padipanga?
Padipanga had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padipanga was 46.34%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 10.00%.