Pawdha
Pawdha is a village located in Farasgaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Farasgaon (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pawda is the gram panchayat of Pawdha village.
Here you can discover what makes Pawdha unique in its vibrant Farasgaon-Bastar region. You’ll see Pawdha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pawdha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pawdha is 449008. The village spans a total geographical area of 875.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494228. Farasgaon is nearest town to Pawdha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Pawdha
Population of Pawdha
According to the 2011 Census, Pawdha has a total population of about 758, with approximately 374 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 657. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.06%, with male literacy at about 37.97% and female literacy near 26.30%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pawdha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 758 | 374 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 315 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 142 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 232 | 283 |
Connectivity of Pawdha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pawdha. As per the 2011 stats, Pawdha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pawdha
Knowing the nearby villages of Pawdha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pawdha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pawdha
- Where is Pawdha located?
- Pawdha village is situated in Farasgaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pawdha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pawdha is Pawda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pawdha?
- The pincode of Pawdha is 494228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pawdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pawdha is 758, with 374 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Pawdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pawdha village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pawdha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pawdha is 32.06%. The male literacy rate is 37.97%, while the female literacy rate is 26.30%.