Padampur - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Padampur is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Mungeli and around 40 km from Bilaspur. Padampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 438344. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.17 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
As per Census 2011, Padampur village has a total population of 3,008 people, consisting of 1,516 males and 1,492 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,707 literate and 1,301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,008 | 1,516 | 1,492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 256 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,243 | 596 | 647 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,707 | 1,017 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,301 | 499 | 802 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Padampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Padampur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
Padampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 495330.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur has a total population of 3,008, including 1,516 males and 1,492 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
There are 762 households in Padampur.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur is 56.75%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 46.25%.