Padganpalli - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Padganpalli is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Undrukunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padganpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padganpalli is 430985. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Padganpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padganpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Padganpalli village had a total population of 1,404 people, including 584 males and 820 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 1,404 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.78%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 54.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 541, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 784.
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 | 1,404 | 584 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 263 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 277 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 264 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 320 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Padganpalli
Padganpalli 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 Padganpalli
Padganpalli 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Padganpalli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Padganpalli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padganpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padganpalli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padganpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padganpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padganpalli
Where is Padganpalli located?
Padganpalli village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padganpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Padganpalli is Undrukunda.
What is the pincode of Padganpalli?
The pincode of Padganpalli is 764086.
What is the population of Padganpalli?
Padganpalli had a total population of 1,404, including 584 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Padganpalli?
Padganpalli had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padganpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padganpalli was 54.78%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 54.93%.