Ajangapadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Ajangapadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajangapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajangapadar is 425342. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ajangapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajangapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ajangapadar village had a total population of 177 people, including 82 males and 95 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 46.38% and female literacy at 29.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 177 | 82 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 78 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Ajangapadar
Ajangapadar 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 Ajangapadar
Ajangapadar 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 Gunupur to Ajangapadar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ajangapadar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajangapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajangapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ajangapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajangapadar 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 Ajangapadar
Where is Ajangapadar located?
Ajangapadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajangapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajangapadar is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Ajangapadar?
The pincode of Ajangapadar is 765019.
What is the population of Ajangapadar?
Ajangapadar had a total population of 177, including 82 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Ajangapadar?
Ajangapadar had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajangapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajangapadar was 37.50%. Male literacy was 46.38% and female literacy was 29.33%.