Padhapur
Padhapur is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Padhapur village. As per 2009 stats, Padhapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Padhapur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Padhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padhapur is 450097. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494553. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Padhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padhapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Padhapur
Below is a concise population overview of Padhapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 189 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 185 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 51 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 138 | 196 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padhapur village:
- The total population of Padhapur village is around 406, including approximately 189 males and 217 females, with a sex ratio of 1148 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Padhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padhapur village has 401 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padhapur village is about 17.73%, with male literacy at 26.98% and female literacy at 9.68%.
- There are around 99 households in Padhapur village.
Connectivity of Padhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Padhapur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Padhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padhapur
- Where is Padhapur located?
- Padhapur village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padhapur?
- Padhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padhapur?
- The pincode of Padhapur is 494553, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padhapur is 406, with 189 males and 217 females.
- How many households are there in Padhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padhapur village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padhapur is 17.73%. The male literacy rate is 26.98%, while the female literacy rate is 9.68%.