Padampur - Adityapur(Gamharia), Saraikela Kharsawan
Padampur is a village situated in the Adityapur(Gamharia) subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Adityapur(gamharia) and around 25 km from Saraikela-kharsawan. Rapcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 379129. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 832402 pincode. Jamsedpur is the nearest town.
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 Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 349 people, including 175 males and 174 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 337.
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 | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 119 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Padampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Saraikela-kharsawan to Padampur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Adityapur(Gamharia) Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Rapcha.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 832402.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 67.86%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 51.82%.