Padmeta - Barsur, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Padmeta is a village situated in the Barsur tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Geedam and around 44 km from Dantewada. Cherpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmeta is 450121. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.61 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padmeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmeta
According to the 2011 Census, Padmeta village had a total population of 321 people, including 148 males and 173 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.70%, with male literacy at 53.10% and female literacy at 52.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 321 | 148 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 109 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 88 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Padmeta
Padmeta 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 Padmeta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padmeta.
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Padmeta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Padmeta is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmeta 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 Padmeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padmeta
Where is Padmeta located?
Padmeta village is located in Barsur Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmeta is Cherpal.
What is the pincode of Padmeta?
The pincode of Padmeta is 494442.
What is the population of Padmeta?
Padmeta had a total population of 321, including 148 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Padmeta?
Padmeta had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmeta was 52.70%. Male literacy was 53.10% and female literacy was 52.34%.