Padadah - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Padadah is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 39 km from Kasdol and around 39 km from Raipur. Padadaah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padadah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padadah is 444154. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.85 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Padadah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padadah
As per Census 2011, Padadah village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 171 males and 162 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padadah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 171 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 130 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 41 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Padadah
Padadah 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 Padadah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padadah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Padadah is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Padadah is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padadah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padadah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padadah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padadah 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 Padadah
Where is Padadah located?
Padadah village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padadah?
The Gram Panchayat of Padadah is Padadaah.
What is the pincode of Padadah?
The pincode of Padadah is 493551.
What is the population of Padadah?
Padadah has a total population of 333, including 171 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Padadah?
There are 95 households in Padadah.
What is the literacy rate in Padadah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padadah is 65.77%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 54.94%.