Padhi - Daura-Kochali, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Padhi is a village situated in the Daura-Kochali tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Balrampur and around 60 km from Ambikapur. Padhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhi is 431999. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.77 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Padhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padhi
According to the 2011 Census, Padhi village had a total population of 886 people, including 468 males and 418 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 80.74% and female literacy at 59.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 793.
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 | 886 | 468 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 415 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 327 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 141 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Padhi
Padhi 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 Padhi
Padhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Balrampur to Padhi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Padhi 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 Padhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhi 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 Padhi
Where is Padhi located?
Padhi village is located in Daura-Kochali Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padhi?
Padhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padhi?
The pincode of Padhi is 497119.
What is the population of Padhi?
Padhi had a total population of 886, including 468 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Padhi?
Padhi had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhi was 71.07%. Male literacy was 80.74% and female literacy was 59.94%.