Padhewa - Kelhari, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Padhewa is a village situated in the Kelhari tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from Manendragarh and around 81 km from Baikunthpur. Sonhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhewa is 431665. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.48 hectares and falls under the 497442 pincode. Manendragarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Padhewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhewa
According to the 2011 Census, Padhewa village had a total population of 208 people, including 106 males and 102 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 32 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Padhewa
Padhewa 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 Padhewa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Padhewa.
| 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 Manendragarh to Padhewa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Padhewa is about 81 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 Padhewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhewa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhewa
Where is Padhewa located?
Padhewa village is located in Kelhari Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padhewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhewa is Sonhari.
What is the pincode of Padhewa?
The pincode of Padhewa is 497442.
What is the population of Padhewa?
Padhewa had a total population of 208, including 106 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Padhewa?
Padhewa had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhewa was 73.17%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 58.97%.