Pahadpur - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Pahadpur is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Soso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahadpur is 387543. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 757046 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pahadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pahadpur
As per Census 2011, Pahadpur village has a total population of 1,076 people, consisting of 529 males and 547 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 732 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pahadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 529 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 410 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 119 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Pahadpur
Pahadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargidihi | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Kumbhirda | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bhursa | South | 2.02 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Soso | West | 2.35 km |
| Haladibani | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Dumadihi | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Kantasola | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Bhaludihi | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Runjudihi | South-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pahadpur
Pahadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhanva, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Pahadpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Pahadpur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pahadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pahadpur
Where is Pahadpur located?
Pahadpur village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pahadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahadpur is Soso.
What is the pincode of Pahadpur?
The pincode of Pahadpur is 757046.
What is the population of Pahadpur?
Pahadpur has a total population of 1,076, including 529 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Pahadpur?
There are 320 households in Pahadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pahadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahadpur is 68.03%. Male literacy is 77.50% and female literacy is 58.87%.