Padumpur Village - Mashrakh, Saran
Padumpur is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Dumarshan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padumpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padumpur is 232817. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 841410 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Padumpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padumpur
As per Census 2011, Padumpur village has a total population of 1,553 people, consisting of 762 males and 791 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padumpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,553 | 762 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 509 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 253 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Padumpur
Padumpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sapahi | South | 0.98 km |
| Padmaul | West | 1.11 km |
| Dumarsan | East | 1.26 km |
| Chand Kudaria | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Karan Kudaria | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Chhapia | South | 1.90 km |
| Balua | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Sundar | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Arna | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Sisai | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padumpur
Padumpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajapatti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Padumpur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Padumpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padumpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padumpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padumpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padumpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Padumpur
Where is Padumpur located?
Padumpur village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padumpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padumpur is Dumarshan.
What is the pincode of Padumpur?
The pincode of Padumpur is 841410.
What is the population of Padumpur?
Padumpur has a total population of 1,553, including 762 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Padumpur?
There are 256 households in Padumpur.
What is the literacy rate in Padumpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padumpur is 55.44%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 44.50%.