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
According to the 2011 Census, Padrimaha village had a total population of 334 people, including 165 males and 169 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.43%, with male literacy at 65.41% and female literacy at 30.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 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 had a total population of 334, including 165 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Padrimaha?
Padrimaha had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padrimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padrimaha was 47.43%. Male literacy was 65.41% and female literacy was 30.22%.