Padmapur - Jeypore, Koraput
Padmapur is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tankua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapur is 429091. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 47 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 Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmapur
As per Census 2011, Padmapur village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 324 males and 354 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 307 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padmapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 324 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 153 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 130 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 194 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapur
Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padmapur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padmapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Padmapur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Padmapur is about 27 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 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 >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padmapur
Where is Padmapur located?
Padmapur village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapur is Tankua.
What is the pincode of Padmapur?
The pincode of Padmapur is 764002.
What is the population of Padmapur?
Padmapur has a total population of 678, including 324 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Padmapur?
There are 155 households in Padmapur.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapur is 30.53%. Male literacy is 40.12% and female literacy is 21.75%.