Padwan - Barharia, Siwan
Padwan is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Rasulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padwan is 231431. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Padwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padwan
As per Census 2011, Padwan village has a total population of 2,661 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,275 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,729 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,661 | 1,386 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 168 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,729 | 1,045 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 341 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Padwan
Padwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girddharpur | West | 0.61 km |
| Math Deuria | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Shekhpura | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Deuria | North | 1.31 km |
| Narharpur | West | 1.42 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Baikunthpur | East | 1.76 km |
| Asapur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Partappur | North | 2.12 km |
| Telia Bandh | South-East | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padwan
Padwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjhagarh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 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 Siwan to Padwan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Padwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padwan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padwan
Where is Padwan located?
Padwan village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Padwan is Rasulpur.
What is the pincode of Padwan?
The pincode of Padwan is 841232.
What is the population of Padwan?
Padwan has a total population of 2,661, including 1,386 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Padwan?
There are 386 households in Padwan.
What is the literacy rate in Padwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwan is 64.98%. Male literacy is 75.40% and female literacy is 53.65%.