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
According to the 2011 Census, Padadah village had a total population of 333 people, including 171 males and 162 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.84%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 63.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 333, including 171 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Padadah?
Padadah had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padadah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padadah was 76.84%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 63.57%.