Padnar - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Padnar is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from Kondagaon and around 80 km from Jagdalpur. Padnaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padnar is 448739. The village covers a total geographical area of 749.93 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Padnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padnar
According to the 2011 Census, Padnar village had a total population of 445 people, including 215 males and 230 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.28%, with male literacy at 25.63% and female literacy at 17.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 445 | 215 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 206 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 174 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Padnar
Padnar 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 Padnar
Padnar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Padnar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Padnar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padnar
Where is Padnar located?
Padnar village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padnar is Padnaar.
What is the pincode of Padnar?
The pincode of Padnar is 494226.
What is the population of Padnar?
Padnar had a total population of 445, including 215 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Padnar?
Padnar had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padnar was 21.28%. Male literacy was 25.63% and female literacy was 17.16%.