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
According to the 2011 Census, Padmeta village had a total population of 171 people, including 74 males and 97 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,311 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.60%, with male literacy at 22.03% and female literacy at 8.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 171 | 74 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 171, including 74 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Padmeta?
Padmeta had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmeta was 14.60%. Male literacy was 22.03% and female literacy was 8.97%.