Paderikia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Paderikia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paderikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paderikia is 417602. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Paderikia 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 Paderikia
As per Census 2011, Paderikia village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 195 males and 183 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paderikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 195 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 146 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 49 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Paderikia
Paderikia 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 Paderikia
Paderikia 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 <5 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 Paderikia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Paderikia is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paderikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paderikia 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 Paderikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paderikia 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 Paderikia
Where is Paderikia located?
Paderikia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paderikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paderikia is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Paderikia?
The pincode of Paderikia is 762101.
What is the population of Paderikia?
Paderikia has a total population of 378, including 195 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Paderikia?
There are 87 households in Paderikia.
What is the literacy rate in Paderikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paderikia is 57.94%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 39.89%.