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
According to the 2011 Census, Padi village had a total population of 97 people, including 46 males and 51 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.72%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 97, including 46 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Padi?
Padi had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padi was 17.72%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 9.09%.