Padalya - Nalkheda, Agar-Malwa
Padalya is a village situated in the Nalkheda tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Nalkheda and around 60 km from Shajapur. Siya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalya is 472327. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.1 hectares and falls under the 465445 pincode. Nalkheda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padalya
According to the 2011 Census, Padalya village had a total population of 596 people, including 311 males and 285 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 79.20% and female literacy at 45.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 596 | 311 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 198 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 113 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Padalya
Padalya 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 Padalya
Padalya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalkheda to Padalya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Padalya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padalya 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 Padalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padalya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padalya
Where is Padalya located?
Padalya village is located in Nalkheda Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Padalya is Siya.
What is the pincode of Padalya?
The pincode of Padalya is 465445.
What is the population of Padalya?
Padalya had a total population of 596, including 311 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Padalya?
Padalya had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padalya was 62.75%. Male literacy was 79.20% and female literacy was 45.90%.