Padnoor (Rural) - Puttur, Dakshina Kannada
Padnoor (Rural) is a village situated in the Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puttur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Bannuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padnoor (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padnoor (Rural) is 617688. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.12 hectares and falls under the 574220 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Padnoor (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padnoor (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Padnoor (Rural) village has a total population of 2,232 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,101 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,723 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padnoor (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,232 | 1,131 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,723 | 921 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 210 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Padnoor (Rural)
Padnoor (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perne | North | 2.31 km |
| Kabaka (rural) | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kedila | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Kodimbady | East | 3.67 km |
| Kudippadi | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Biliyur | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Chickamudnoor (rural) | East | 4.61 km |
| Kula | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Kadeshwalya | North | 4.92 km |
| Idkidu | West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padnoor (Rural)
Padnoor (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Padnoor (Rural) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Padnoor (Rural) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padnoor (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padnoor (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padnoor (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padnoor (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padnoor (Rural)
Where is Padnoor (Rural) located?
Padnoor (Rural) village is located in Puttur Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padnoor (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Padnoor (Rural) is Bannuru.
What is the pincode of Padnoor (Rural)?
The pincode of Padnoor (Rural) is 574220.
What is the population of Padnoor (Rural)?
Padnoor (Rural) has a total population of 2,232, including 1,131 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Padnoor (Rural)?
There are 454 households in Padnoor (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Padnoor (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padnoor (Rural) is 77.20%. Male literacy is 81.43% and female literacy is 72.84%.