Padampur - Basantpur, Supaul
Padampur is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Balbhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 221026. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur 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.
Population of Padampur
As per Census 2011, Padampur village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 401 males and 399 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 498 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 401 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 160 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 241 | 257 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Padampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Padampur 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 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Balbhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 854340.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur has a total population of 800, including 401 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
There are 122 households in Padampur.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur is 37.75%. Male literacy is 39.90% and female literacy is 35.59%.