Padchha - Sendhwa, Barwani
Padchha is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Padchha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padchha is 478629. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233.48 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Padchha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padchha
As per Census 2011, Padchha village has a total population of 3,428 people, consisting of 1,692 males and 1,736 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 802 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 2,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,334 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padchha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,428 | 1,692 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 401 | 401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,334 | 1,650 | 1,684 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 385 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,735 | 1,307 | 1,428 |
Nearby Villages of Padchha
Padchha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chithari | South | 1.91 km |
| Kot Kiradi | South | 2.98 km |
| Jhiree Jamli | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Langadi Mohadi | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Surani | South | 4.66 km |
| Chachariya Pati | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Kirchali | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Kumthana | South-West | 5.78 km |
| Panjaraya | North-West | 5.83 km |
| Ramkola | South-West | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padchha
Padchha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Padchha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Padchha is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padchha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padchha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padchha
Where is Padchha located?
Padchha village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padchha?
Padchha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padchha?
The pincode of Padchha is 451666.
What is the population of Padchha?
Padchha has a total population of 3,428, including 1,692 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Padchha?
There are 498 households in Padchha.
What is the literacy rate in Padchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padchha is 20.22%. Male literacy is 22.75% and female literacy is 17.74%.