Padrimaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Padrimaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padrimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padrimaha is 417591. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Padrimaha 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 Padrimaha
As per Census 2011, Padrimaha village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 165 males and 169 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padrimaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 334 | 165 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 87 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 78 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Padrimaha
Padrimaha 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 Padrimaha
Padrimaha 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Padrimaha is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padrimaha is about 79 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 Padrimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padrimaha 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 Padrimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padrimaha 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 Padrimaha
Where is Padrimaha located?
Padrimaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padrimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Padrimaha is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Padrimaha?
The pincode of Padrimaha is 762101.
What is the population of Padrimaha?
Padrimaha has a total population of 334, including 165 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Padrimaha?
There are 88 households in Padrimaha.
What is the literacy rate in Padrimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padrimaha is 38.62%. Male literacy is 52.73% and female literacy is 24.85%.