Padampur - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Padampur is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kishanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 447469. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.84 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
As per Census 2011, Padampur village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 265 males and 259 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 224 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 196 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 69 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishanpuri | West | 1.49 km |
| Kewatintola | South | 2.02 km |
| Katagaon | North | 2.14 km |
| Parsoda | East | 2.36 km |
| Selegaon | West | 3.34 km |
| Andi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Haranpuri | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Jawartara | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Kokanpur | South | 3.77 km |
| Selegondi | West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 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 Charama to Padampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Padampur is about 29 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 Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Kishanpuri.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 494337.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur has a total population of 524, including 265 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
There are 103 households in Padampur.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur is 65.46%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 56.76%.