Padanpur - Banapur, Khordha
Padanpur is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Balugaon and around 73 km from Khordha . Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padanpur is 408265. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Padanpur village had a total population of 513 people, including 261 males and 252 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.64%, with male literacy at 95.30% and female literacy at 89.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 513 | 261 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 223 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
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
Public transport in the Padanpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Padanpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Padanpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Padanpur
Where is Padanpur located?
Padanpur village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padanpur is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Padanpur?
The pincode of Padanpur is 752030.
What is the population of Padanpur?
Padanpur had a total population of 513, including 261 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Padanpur?
Padanpur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padanpur was 92.64%. Male literacy was 95.30% and female literacy was 89.91%.