Padguda - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Padguda is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Pandguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padguda is 441000. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.5 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Padguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padguda
As per Census 2011, Padguda village has a total population of 1,153 people, consisting of 582 males and 571 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 582 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 310 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 449 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 133 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Padguda
Padguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khursipar | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Atargaon | East | 2.18 km |
| Jantar | North | 2.41 km |
| Arsi Tola | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Bital | West | 2.83 km |
| Karethi | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Badra Tola | South | 2.94 km |
| Karegaon | South | 3.42 km |
| Chichdo | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Panduka | East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padguda
Padguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Musra, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 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 Dongargaon to Padguda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Padguda 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 Padguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padguda
Where is Padguda located?
Padguda village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Padguda is Pandguda.
What is the pincode of Padguda?
The pincode of Padguda is 491558.
What is the population of Padguda?
Padguda has a total population of 1,153, including 582 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Padguda?
There are 221 households in Padguda.
What is the literacy rate in Padguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padguda is 68.86%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 60.42%.