Padgal - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Padgal is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Hanpatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padgal is 447676. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.37 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Padgal 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 Padgal
According to the 2011 Census, Padgal village had a total population of 149 people, including 72 males and 77 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 24 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Padgal
Padgal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chemal | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Kanapal | North | 1.98 km |
| Eragaon | East | 2.38 km |
| Gulalbodi | East | 2.86 km |
| Sitalpur | West | 2.98 km |
| Amagarh | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Jharripara | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Bhelwapani | West | 3.49 km |
| Bhejhar | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Adgud | South | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padgal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Padgal. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Padgal is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Padgal is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padgal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padgal
Where is Padgal located?
Padgal village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padgal is Hanpatri.
What is the pincode of Padgal?
The pincode of Padgal is 494669.
What is the population of Padgal?
Padgal had a total population of 149, including 72 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Padgal?
Padgal had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padgal was 70.00%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 57.14%.