Padampur - Amlipadar, Gariyaband
Padampur is a village situated in the Amlipadar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mainpur and around 211 km from Raipur. Dabriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 445436. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 766 people, including 377 males and 389 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.66%, with male literacy at 58.54% and female literacy at 21.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 766 | 377 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 185 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 192 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gariyaband to Padampur is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Padampur is about 211 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Amlipadar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Dabriguda.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 493890.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 766, including 377 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 39.66%. Male literacy was 58.54% and female literacy was 21.69%.