Padua - Champua, Keonjhar
Padua is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Baria and around 32 km from Kendujhar. Padua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padua is 385604. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Padua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padua
As per Census 2011, Padua village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 177 males and 177 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 177 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Padua
Padua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banguriposi | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Parudiposi | South | 1.15 km |
| Badapada(barpada) | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Tangarnali Alias Rauturapur | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Mangalpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Bardhana | South | 2.22 km |
| Nandapur | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Jyotipur | East | 2.50 km |
| Narayanpat (naranpat) | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Moudi | North-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padua
Padua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Porjanpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Padua is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Padua is about 32 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 Padua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padua
Where is Padua located?
Padua village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padua?
Padua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padua?
The pincode of Padua is 758016.
What is the population of Padua?
Padua has a total population of 354, including 177 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Padua?
There are 95 households in Padua.
What is the literacy rate in Padua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padua is 75.42%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 68.36%.