Padalput - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Padalput is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri .
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalput is 430639. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padalput
According to the 2011 Census, Padalput village had a total population of 40 people, including 20 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
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
Padalput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Balimela to Padalput is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Padalput is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Padalput?
The pincode of Padalput is 764052.
What is the population of Padalput?
Padalput had a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Padalput?
Padalput had 9 households.