Padisahi - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Padisahi is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burbinaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padisahi is 416008. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Padisahi 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 Padisahi
According to the 2011 Census, Padisahi village had a total population of 469 people, including 214 males and 255 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 80.71% and female literacy at 49.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 469 | 214 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 17 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 121 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 159 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 55 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Padisahi
Padisahi 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 Padisahi
Public transport in the Padisahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Padisahi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Padisahi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padisahi is about 49 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 Padisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padisahi
Where is Padisahi located?
Padisahi village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Padisahi is Burbinaju.
What is the pincode of Padisahi?
The pincode of Padisahi is 762112.
What is the population of Padisahi?
Padisahi had a total population of 469, including 214 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Padisahi?
Padisahi had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padisahi was 64.22%. Male literacy was 80.71% and female literacy was 49.78%.