Padeikunda - Kundura, Koraput
Padeikunda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Hulabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padeikunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padeikunda is 429162. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Padeikunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padeikunda
According to the 2011 Census, Padeikunda village had a total population of 227 people, including 103 males and 124 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.43%, with male literacy at 10.98% and female literacy at 11.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 227 | 103 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 98 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 94 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Padeikunda
Padeikunda 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 Padeikunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padeikunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Padeikunda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Padeikunda is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padeikunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padeikunda 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 Padeikunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padeikunda 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 Padeikunda
Where is Padeikunda located?
Padeikunda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padeikunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Padeikunda is P Hulabhata.
What is the pincode of Padeikunda?
The pincode of Padeikunda is 764002.
What is the population of Padeikunda?
Padeikunda had a total population of 227, including 103 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Padeikunda?
Padeikunda had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padeikunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padeikunda was 11.43%. Male literacy was 10.98% and female literacy was 11.83%.