Jigidi Padar - Padmapur, Rayagada
Jigidi Padar is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Likitipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jigidi Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigidi Padar is 427101. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Jigidi Padar 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 Jigidi Padar
As per Census 2011, Jigidi Padar village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 88 males and 95 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jigidi Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 68 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Jigidi Padar
Jigidi Padar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Likiti Padar | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Tarapa Guda | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Partipanga | East | 2.33 km |
| Tabala Guda | North | 2.41 km |
| Kindraguda | West | 2.70 km |
| Kurundi | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Latingi | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Poipadara | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Kujapanga | South | 3.58 km |
| Simiri | North | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jigidi Padar
Jigidi Padar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gunupur to Jigidi Padar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jigidi Padar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigidi Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigidi Padar 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 Jigidi Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigidi Padar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jigidi Padar
Where is Jigidi Padar located?
Jigidi Padar village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigidi Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigidi Padar is Likitipadar.
What is the pincode of Jigidi Padar?
The pincode of Jigidi Padar is 765025.
What is the population of Jigidi Padar?
Jigidi Padar has a total population of 183, including 88 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Jigidi Padar?
There are 35 households in Jigidi Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Jigidi Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigidi Padar is 15.30%. Male literacy is 22.73% and female literacy is 8.42%.