Padwari - Biharpur, Surajpur
Padwari is a village situated in the Biharpur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from Oudgi and around 138 km from Ambikapur. Kachhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padwari is 432636. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.34 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Padwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padwari
According to the 2011 Census, Padwari village had a total population of 164 people, including 86 males and 78 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.58%, with male literacy at 61.76% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 42 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 44 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Padwari
Padwari 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 Padwari
Padwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Wadrafnagar to Padwari is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Padwari is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padwari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padwari 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 Padwari
Where is Padwari located?
Padwari village is located in Biharpur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Padwari is Kachhiya.
What is the pincode of Padwari?
The pincode of Padwari is 497231.
What is the population of Padwari?
Padwari had a total population of 164, including 86 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Padwari?
Padwari had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwari was 47.58%. Male literacy was 61.76% and female literacy was 30.36%.