Padi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Padi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padi is 425087. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Padi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padi
As per Census 2011, Padi village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 46 males and 51 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Padi
Padi 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 Padi
Public transport in the Padi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gudari to Padi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Padi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padi 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 Padi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padi
Where is Padi located?
Padi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padi?
The Gram Panchayat of Padi is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Padi?
The pincode of Padi is 765020.
What is the population of Padi?
Padi has a total population of 97, including 46 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Padi?
There are 16 households in Padi.
What is the literacy rate in Padi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padi is 14.43%. Male literacy is 21.74% and female literacy is 7.84%.