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.
Here you can discover what makes Padhapur unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Padhapur’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 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.
Google Map of Padhapur
Population of Padhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Padhapur has a total population of about 406, with approximately 189 males and 217 females. The sex ratio is around 1148 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 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 401. The overall literacy rate is approximately 17.73%, with male literacy at about 26.98% and female literacy near 9.68%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.