Padmapur - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Padmapur is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Rairangpur Town and around 85 km from Baripada. Nusadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapur is 387666. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Padmapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmapur
According to the 2011 Census, Padmapur village had a total population of 372 people, including 178 males and 194 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.81%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 42.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.
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 | 372 | 178 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 178 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 116 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 62 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapur
Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Padmapur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padmapur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Padmapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Padmapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmapur 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 Padmapur
Where is Padmapur located?
Padmapur village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapur is Nusadihi.
What is the pincode of Padmapur?
The pincode of Padmapur is 757043.
What is the population of Padmapur?
Padmapur had a total population of 372, including 178 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Padmapur?
Padmapur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapur was 58.81%. Male literacy was 77.33% and female literacy was 42.26%.