Padhanpada - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Padhanpada is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Talarimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhanpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhanpada is 415968. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada
As per Census 2011, Padhanpada village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 95 males and 83 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padhanpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 67 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Padhanpada
Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada
Padhanpada 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 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 Padhanpada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padhanpada is about 60 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 Padhanpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhanpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhanpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhanpada 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 Padhanpada
Where is Padhanpada located?
Padhanpada village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhanpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhanpada is Talarimaha.
What is the pincode of Padhanpada?
The pincode of Padhanpada is 762010.
What is the population of Padhanpada?
Padhanpada has a total population of 178, including 95 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Padhanpada?
There are 51 households in Padhanpada.
What is the literacy rate in Padhanpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhanpada is 51.69%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 30.12%.