Paladaput - Machh Kund, Koraput
Paladaput is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paladaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paladaput is 429522. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Paladaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Paladaput
As per Census 2011, Paladaput village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 92 males and 98 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paladaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 44 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 48 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Paladaput
Paladaput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalahanjar | North | 0.95 km |
| Mukhiput | East | 1.28 km |
| Alangapada | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Boiragiput | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kalapada | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Tukum | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Komarguda | East | 2.40 km |
| Petpada | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Majhaput | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Barlipada | South-West | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paladaput
Public transport in the Paladaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 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 Konark to Paladaput is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Paladaput is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paladaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paladaput 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 Paladaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paladaput 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 Paladaput
Where is Paladaput located?
Paladaput village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paladaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Paladaput is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Paladaput?
The pincode of Paladaput is 764040.
What is the population of Paladaput?
Paladaput has a total population of 190, including 92 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Paladaput?
There are 59 households in Paladaput.
What is the literacy rate in Paladaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paladaput is 27.89%. Male literacy is 47.83% and female literacy is 9.18%.