Pudungipadar - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Pudungipadar is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Muniguda and around 100 km from Rayagada . Raghubari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudungipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudungipadar is 424890. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Pudungipadar 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 Pudungipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Pudungipadar village had a total population of 46 people, including 25 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.50%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Pudungipadar
Pudungipadar 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 Pudungipadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pudungipadar.
| 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 Pudungipadar is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pudungipadar 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 Pudungipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pudungipadar 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 Pudungipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pudungipadar 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 Pudungipadar
Where is Pudungipadar located?
Pudungipadar village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pudungipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudungipadar is Raghubari.
What is the pincode of Pudungipadar?
The pincode of Pudungipadar is 765020.
What is the population of Pudungipadar?
Pudungipadar had a total population of 46, including 25 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Pudungipadar?
Pudungipadar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pudungipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudungipadar was 32.50%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 5.56%.