Mendhapadar - Padmapur, Rayagada
Mendhapadar is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Likitipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendhapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendhapadar is 427107. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Mendhapadar 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 Mendhapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Mendhapadar village had a total population of 88 people, including 43 males and 45 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.47%, with male literacy at 15.79% and female literacy at 13.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 43 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 37 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Mendhapadar
Mendhapadar 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 Mendhapadar
Mendhapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mendhapadar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mendhapadar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendhapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendhapadar 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 Mendhapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendhapadar 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 Mendhapadar
Where is Mendhapadar located?
Mendhapadar village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mendhapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhapadar is Likitipadar.
What is the pincode of Mendhapadar?
The pincode of Mendhapadar is 765025.
What is the population of Mendhapadar?
Mendhapadar had a total population of 88, including 43 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Mendhapadar?
Mendhapadar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhapadar was 14.47%. Male literacy was 15.79% and female literacy was 13.16%.