Pranjapadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Pranjapadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pranjapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pranjapadar is 416426. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pranjapadar 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 Pranjapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Pranjapadar village had a total population of 106 people, including 45 males and 61 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,356 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 106 | 45 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 18 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Pranjapadar
Pranjapadar 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 Pranjapadar
Pranjapadar 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 >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 Pranjapadar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pranjapadar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pranjapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pranjapadar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pranjapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pranjapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pranjapadar
Where is Pranjapadar located?
Pranjapadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pranjapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pranjapadar is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Pranjapadar?
The pincode of Pranjapadar is 762106.
What is the population of Pranjapadar?
Pranjapadar had a total population of 106, including 45 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Pranjapadar?
Pranjapadar had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pranjapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pranjapadar was 83.33%. Male literacy was 87.18% and female literacy was 80.39%.