Padla - Anjad, Barwani
Padla is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Padala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padla is 478293. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.66 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padla
As per Census 2011, Padla village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 441 males and 428 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 441 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 340 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 101 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Padla
Padla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadkal | South | 2.21 km |
| Bilwadeb | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Rangaondeb | East | 3.06 km |
| Mundla | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Badgaon | West | 3.43 km |
| Pipri Buzurg | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Piprideb | North | 4.44 km |
| Kusmari | South | 4.65 km |
| Relva Buzurg | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Ujawani | North-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padla
Padla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Padla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Padla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padla 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 Padla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padla 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 Padla
Where is Padla located?
Padla village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padla?
The Gram Panchayat of Padla is Padala.
What is the pincode of Padla?
The pincode of Padla is 451447.
What is the population of Padla?
Padla has a total population of 869, including 441 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Padla?
There are 167 households in Padla.
What is the literacy rate in Padla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padla is 64.90%. Male literacy is 77.10% and female literacy is 52.34%.