Padri - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Padri is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Padri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padri is 502116. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.61 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Padri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padri
According to the 2011 Census, Padri village had a total population of 714 people, including 350 males and 364 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.28%, with male literacy at 55.44% and female literacy at 31.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.
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 | 714 | 350 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 320 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 163 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 187 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Padri
Padri 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 Padri
Public transport in the Padri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Padri is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padri
Where is Padri located?
Padri village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padri?
Padri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padri?
The pincode of Padri is 484881.
What is the population of Padri?
Padri had a total population of 714, including 350 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Padri?
Padri had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri was 43.28%. Male literacy was 55.44% and female literacy was 31.72%.