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
As per Census 2011, Padeikunda village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 103 males and 124 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padeikunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 103 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| 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 has a total population of 227, including 103 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Padeikunda?
There are 51 households in Padeikunda.
What is the literacy rate in Padeikunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padeikunda is 8.81%. Male literacy is 8.74% and female literacy is 8.87%.