Padapani - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Padapani is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kesapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padapani is 382181. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Padapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padapani
As per Census 2011, Padapani village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 115 males and 99 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 115 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Padapani
Padapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ainlajharan | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Gidhmal | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Salejharan | South | 2.23 km |
| Badsudungpal | East | 2.50 km |
| Sansudungpal | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Kolgan | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Jarasingha | East | 3.13 km |
| Panchaphut | North | 3.22 km |
| Padiabaadmal | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Jhankarpali | South-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padapani
Padapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jujumura, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Padapani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Padapani is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padapani
Where is Padapani located?
Padapani village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Padapani is Kesapali.
What is the pincode of Padapani?
The pincode of Padapani is 768105.
What is the population of Padapani?
Padapani has a total population of 214, including 115 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Padapani?
There are 51 households in Padapani.
What is the literacy rate in Padapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padapani is 64.49%. Male literacy is 72.17% and female literacy is 55.56%.