Pedipadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pedipadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedipadar is 425232. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Pedipadar 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 Pedipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Pedipadar village had a total population of 156 people, including 68 males and 88 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.86%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 26.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 156 | 68 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 68 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 36 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Pedipadar
Pedipadar 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 Pedipadar
Public transport in the Pedipadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pedipadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pedipadar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pedipadar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedipadar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedipadar 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 Pedipadar
Where is Pedipadar located?
Pedipadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedipadar is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Pedipadar?
The pincode of Pedipadar is 765019.
What is the population of Pedipadar?
Pedipadar had a total population of 156, including 68 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Pedipadar?
Pedipadar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedipadar was 37.86%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 26.25%.