Padma

Padma is a village located in Padma subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Padma (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Padma village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Padma unique in its vibrant Padma-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Padma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Padma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padma is 368026. The village spans a total geographical area of 869 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825411. Padma is nearest town to Padma village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Padma 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 Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Padma

According to the 2011 Census, Padma has a total population of about 7,896, with approximately 4,326 males and 3,570 females. The sex ratio is around 825 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 230. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.63%, with male literacy at about 75.68% and female literacy near 57.87%. There are around 1,407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,896 4,326 3,570
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,113 559 554
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,268 681 587
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 230 213 17
Literate Population 5,340 3,274 2,066
Illiterate Population 2,556 1,052 1,504

Connectivity of Padma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padma. As per the 2011 stats, Padma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Padma

Knowing the nearby villages of Padma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Padma

Where is Padma located?
Padma village is situated in Padma Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padma?
Padma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Padma?
The pincode of Padma is 825411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padma is 7,896, with 4,326 males and 3,570 females.
How many households are there in Padma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padma village has a total of 1,407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padma is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.68%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.