Padmeta - Orchha, Narayanpur
Padmeta is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Lanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmeta is 450012. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Padmeta 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 Padmeta
As per Census 2011, Padmeta village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 74 males and 97 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,310 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padmeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 74 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 72 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 61 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Padmeta
Padmeta 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 Padmeta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padmeta.
| 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 Narayanpur to Padmeta is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmeta 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 Padmeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmeta 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 Padmeta
Where is Padmeta located?
Padmeta village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmeta is Lanka.
What is the pincode of Padmeta?
The pincode of Padmeta is 494661.
What is the population of Padmeta?
Padmeta has a total population of 171, including 74 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Padmeta?
There are 28 households in Padmeta.
What is the literacy rate in Padmeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmeta is 11.70%. Male literacy is 17.57% and female literacy is 7.22%.