Padi Gaon - Tamnar, Raigarh
Padi Gaon is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Padigoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padi Gaon is 434835. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.01 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Padi Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padi Gaon
As per Census 2011, Padi Gaon village has a total population of 1,535 people, consisting of 754 males and 781 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 664 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padi Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,535 | 754 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 84 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 120 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 333 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 612 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 142 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Padi Gaon
Padi Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amalidhondha | East | 1.57 km |
| Mahloi | North | 2.71 km |
| Jobaro | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Deogaon | West | 2.85 km |
| Gourbahari | East | 3.38 km |
| Samkera | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Raipara | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Bagbadi | North | 4.40 km |
| Karmagarh | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Hamirpur | South-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padi Gaon
Padi Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotarlia, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| 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 Gharghoda to Padi Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Padi Gaon is about 35 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 Padi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padi Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padi Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padi Gaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padi Gaon
Where is Padi Gaon located?
Padi Gaon village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Padi Gaon is Padigoan.
What is the pincode of Padi Gaon?
The pincode of Padi Gaon is 496107.
What is the population of Padi Gaon?
Padi Gaon has a total population of 1,535, including 754 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Padi Gaon?
There are 362 households in Padi Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Padi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padi Gaon is 68.01%. Male literacy is 81.17% and female literacy is 55.31%.