Padmapur - Balipatna, Khordha
Padmapur is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Marthapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapur is 407698. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 752103 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Padmapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmapur
According to the 2011 Census, Padmapur village had a total population of 782 people, including 400 males and 382 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.95%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 78.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 782 | 400 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 330 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 70 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapur
Padmapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhenua | South | 1.61 km |
| Badala Sasan | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Abhaymukhi | East | 1.84 km |
| Aloi | North | 2.00 km |
| Bhenkatarayapur | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Oriso | West | 2.96 km |
| Nagaseni | West | 3.01 km |
| Kotakana | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Denuan | South | 3.39 km |
| Raghuagorada | North | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padmapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padmapur. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 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 Nimapada to Padmapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Padmapur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padmapur
Where is Padmapur located?
Padmapur village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapur is Marthapur.
What is the pincode of Padmapur?
The pincode of Padmapur is 752103.
What is the population of Padmapur?
Padmapur had a total population of 782, including 400 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Padmapur?
Padmapur had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapur was 84.95%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 78.51%.