Panganapadar - Gudari, Rayagada
Panganapadar is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sanahuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panganapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panganapadar is 427018. The village covers a total geographical area of 798 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Panganapadar 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 Panganapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Panganapadar village had a total population of 530 people, including 271 males and 259 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 60.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 530 | 271 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 191 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 80 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Panganapadar
Panganapadar 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 Panganapadar
Panganapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Panganapadar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panganapadar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panganapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panganapadar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panganapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panganapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panganapadar
Where is Panganapadar located?
Panganapadar village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panganapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panganapadar is Sanahuma.
What is the pincode of Panganapadar?
The pincode of Panganapadar is 765026.
What is the population of Panganapadar?
Panganapadar had a total population of 530, including 271 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Panganapadar?
Panganapadar had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panganapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panganapadar was 71.52%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 60.79%.