Paduma - Ladania, Madhubani
Paduma is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Padma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paduma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paduma is 219952. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paduma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paduma
As per Census 2011, Paduma village has a total population of 9,254 people, consisting of 4,810 males and 4,444 females. The village has 1,896 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,222 literate and 5,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,710 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paduma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,254 | 4,810 | 4,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,678 | 864 | 814 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,710 | 881 | 829 |
| Literate Population | 4,222 | 2,672 | 1,550 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,032 | 2,138 | 2,894 |
Nearby Villages of Paduma
Paduma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogia | West | 2.10 km |
| Bauraha | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Sidhap Kalan | South | 3.02 km |
| Pachhar | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Khoja | East | 4.60 km |
| Kamtaulia | East | 4.66 km |
| Kumarkhad | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Gidhwas | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Parwa | West | 4.80 km |
| Nandrahi | South-East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paduma
Paduma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Korahia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Paduma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Paduma is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paduma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paduma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paduma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paduma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paduma
Where is Paduma located?
Paduma village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paduma?
The Gram Panchayat of Paduma is Padma.
What is the pincode of Paduma?
The pincode of Paduma is 847232.
What is the population of Paduma?
Paduma has a total population of 9,254, including 4,810 males and 4,444 females.
How many households are there in Paduma?
There are 1,896 households in Paduma.
What is the literacy rate in Paduma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paduma is 45.62%. Male literacy is 55.55% and female literacy is 34.88%.