Padkhuri - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Padkhuri is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Gaurella and around 119 km from Bilaspur. Padkhuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padkhuri is 437426. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.29 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Padkhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padkhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Padkhuri village had a total population of 1,185 people, including 613 males and 572 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.59%, with male literacy at 64.57% and female literacy at 40.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 805.
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 | 1,185 | 613 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 105 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 411 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 328 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 285 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Padkhuri
Padkhuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairjhiti | West | 2.33 km |
| Kadamsara | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Pipariya | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Barwasan | South | 3.12 km |
| Vynkatnagar | West | 3.17 km |
| Bhaskura | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Darmohali | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Munda | North | 4.18 km |
| Jhirnapondi | East | 4.31 km |
| Amadand | North | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padkhuri
Padkhuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Venkatnagra, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Padkhuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Padkhuri is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padkhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padkhuri 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 Padkhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padkhuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padkhuri
Where is Padkhuri located?
Padkhuri village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padkhuri?
Padkhuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padkhuri?
The pincode of Padkhuri is 495117.
What is the population of Padkhuri?
Padkhuri had a total population of 1,185, including 613 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Padkhuri?
Padkhuri had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padkhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padkhuri was 52.59%. Male literacy was 64.57% and female literacy was 40.32%.