Padanpur - Aali, Kendrapara
Padanpur is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Mendhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padanpur is 396120. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Padanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Padanpur village had a total population of 1,816 people, including 853 males and 963 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.43%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 78.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 1,816 | 853 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 595 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 258 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Padanpur
Padanpur 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 Padanpur
Padanpur 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 Pattamundai to Padanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Padanpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Padanpur
Where is Padanpur located?
Padanpur village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padanpur is Mendhapur.
What is the pincode of Padanpur?
The pincode of Padanpur is 754219.
What is the population of Padanpur?
Padanpur had a total population of 1,816, including 853 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Padanpur?
Padanpur had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padanpur was 80.43%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 78.37%.