Padinipal - Aali, Kendrapara
Padinipal is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Padanipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padinipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padinipal is 396103. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 754239 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Padinipal 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 Padinipal
As per Census 2011, Padinipal village has a total population of 2,458 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,326 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,774 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padinipal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,458 | 1,132 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 456 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 859 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 273 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Padinipal
Padinipal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharakhara | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Kalamada | South | 1.38 km |
| Namatara | North | 1.85 km |
| Baulajodi | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Dimiripal | West | 2.07 km |
| Deulatara | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Muradpur | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Bhuinpur | South | 2.87 km |
| Charapada | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Argal | West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padinipal
Padinipal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kapali Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| 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 Padinipal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Padinipal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padinipal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padinipal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padinipal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padinipal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padinipal
Where is Padinipal located?
Padinipal village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padinipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padinipal is Padanipal.
What is the pincode of Padinipal?
The pincode of Padinipal is 754239.
What is the population of Padinipal?
Padinipal has a total population of 2,458, including 1,132 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Padinipal?
There are 533 households in Padinipal.
What is the literacy rate in Padinipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padinipal is 72.17%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 69.00%.