Padasahi - Astaranga, Puri
Padasahi is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Korana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padasahi is 409232. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Padasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padasahi
As per Census 2011, Padasahi village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 158 males and 166 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 158 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 40 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Padasahi
Padasahi 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 Padasahi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Padasahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nimapada to Padasahi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Padasahi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padasahi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padasahi
Where is Padasahi located?
Padasahi village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Padasahi is Korana.
What is the pincode of Padasahi?
The pincode of Padasahi is 752109.
What is the population of Padasahi?
Padasahi has a total population of 324, including 158 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Padasahi?
There are 72 households in Padasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Padasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padasahi is 66.98%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 59.64%.