Papada - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Papada is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jashipur and around 117 km from Baripada. Tilakuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papada is 388436. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Papada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papada
According to the 2011 Census, Papada village had a total population of 323 people, including 162 males and 161 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 67.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 323 | 162 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 129 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 33 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Papada
Papada 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 Papada
Papada 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Papada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Papada is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papada 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 Papada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papada 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 Papada
Where is Papada located?
Papada village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papada?
The Gram Panchayat of Papada is Tilakuti.
What is the pincode of Papada?
The pincode of Papada is 757034.
What is the population of Papada?
Papada had a total population of 323, including 162 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Papada?
Papada had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papada was 77.78%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 67.38%.