Pedapadu - Gudari, Rayagada
Pedapadu is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedapadu is 426940. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Pedapadu 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 Pedapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Pedapadu village had a total population of 88 people, including 42 males and 46 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.00%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 3.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 34 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Pedapadu
Pedapadu 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 Pedapadu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pedapadu. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pedapadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pedapadu is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pedapadu is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pedapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pedapadu
Where is Pedapadu located?
Pedapadu village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedapadu is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Pedapadu?
The pincode of Pedapadu is 765026.
What is the population of Pedapadu?
Pedapadu had a total population of 88, including 42 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Pedapadu?
Pedapadu had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedapadu was 15.00%. Male literacy was 26.67% and female literacy was 3.33%.