Padenga
Padenga is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Padenga village is also a gram panchayat.
Padenga has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Padenga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padenga is 448355. The village spans a total geographical area of 604.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Padenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padenga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padenga
Population of Padenga
Below is a concise population overview of Padenga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 234 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 152 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 149 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 85 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padenga village:
- The total population of Padenga village is around 453, including approximately 234 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Padenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padenga village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 297 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padenga village is about 54.75%, with male literacy at 63.68% and female literacy at 45.21%.
- There are around 70 households in Padenga village.
Connectivity of Padenga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padenga. As per the 2011 stats, Padenga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padenga
Knowing the nearby villages of Padenga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padenga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padenga
- Where is Padenga located?
- Padenga village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padenga?
- Padenga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padenga?
- The pincode of Padenga is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padenga is 453, with 234 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Padenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padenga village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padenga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padenga is 54.75%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 45.21%.