Padamchak - Shambhuganj, Banka
Padamchak is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chhatrahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padamchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padamchak is 240390. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Padamchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padamchak
As per Census 2011, Padamchak village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 79 males and 67 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padamchak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Padamchak
Padamchak 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 Padamchak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Padamchak.
| 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 Sultanganj to Padamchak is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Padamchak is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padamchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padamchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padamchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padamchak 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 Padamchak
Where is Padamchak located?
Padamchak village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padamchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Padamchak is Chhatrahar.
What is the pincode of Padamchak?
The pincode of Padamchak is 813211.
What is the population of Padamchak?
Padamchak has a total population of 146, including 79 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Padamchak?
There are 29 households in Padamchak.
What is the literacy rate in Padamchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padamchak is 43.84%. Male literacy is 51.90% and female literacy is 34.33%.