Padalput - Nandapur, Koraput
Padalput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Padua and around 63 km from Koraput. Balda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padalput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalput is 429668. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Padalput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padalput
As per Census 2011, Padalput village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 66 males and 89 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,348 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padalput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 66 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 22 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Padalput
Padalput 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 Padalput
Public transport in the Padalput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padalput.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Padalput is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Padalput 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 Padalput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padalput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padalput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padalput 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padalput
Where is Padalput located?
Padalput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padalput?
The Gram Panchayat of Padalput is Balda.
What is the pincode of Padalput?
The pincode of Padalput is 764041.
What is the population of Padalput?
Padalput has a total population of 155, including 66 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Padalput?
There are 37 households in Padalput.
What is the literacy rate in Padalput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padalput is 47.10%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 32.58%.