Padampur - Dighalbank, Kishanganj
Padampur is a village situated in the Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighalbank and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Jagir Padampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 222338. The village covers a total geographical area of 954 hectares and falls under the 855108 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thakurganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kishanganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
As per Census 2011, Padampur village has a total population of 8,522 people, consisting of 4,326 males and 4,196 females. The village has 1,743 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,809 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,817 literate and 4,705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,522 | 4,326 | 4,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,809 | 908 | 901 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 174 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 3,817 | 2,263 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,705 | 2,063 | 2,642 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bahadurganj to Padampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Padampur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Dighalbank Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Jagir Padampur.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 855108.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur has a total population of 8,522, including 4,326 males and 4,196 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
There are 1,743 households in Padampur.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur is 44.79%. Male literacy is 52.31% and female literacy is 37.04%.