Padikia - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Padikia is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Krutamgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padikia is 416931. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Padikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padikia
According to the 2011 Census, Padikia village had a total population of 434 people, including 217 males and 217 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.13%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 23.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 411.
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 | 434 | 217 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 207 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 128 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 89 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Padikia
Padikia 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 Padikia
Public transport in the Padikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Padikia is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Padikia is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padikia 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 Padikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padikia 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 Padikia
Where is Padikia located?
Padikia village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Padikia is Krutamgarh.
What is the pincode of Padikia?
The pincode of Padikia is 762109.
What is the population of Padikia?
Padikia had a total population of 434, including 217 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Padikia?
Padikia had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padikia was 48.13%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 23.35%.