Padwar - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Padwar is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Padwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padwar is 457440. The village covers a total geographical area of 1925.55 hectares and falls under the 471516 pincode. Banda is the nearest town.
Padwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padwar
According to the 2011 Census, Padwar village had a total population of 2,570 people, including 1,413 males and 1,157 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.18%, with male literacy at 77.26% and female literacy at 50.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 569.
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 | 2,570 | 1,413 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 252 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 303 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 897 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 516 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Padwar
Padwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nidhauli | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Barua | North | 3.14 km |
| Bhasround | East | 3.44 km |
| Judipur | South | 4.07 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Mawaighat | South | 4.78 km |
| Ishwarpur | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Madhopur | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Parei | North | 5.37 km |
| Silap | West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padwar
Padwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khairar Jn, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 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 Chhatarpur to Padwar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padwar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padwar 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 Padwar
Where is Padwar located?
Padwar village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padwar?
Padwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padwar?
The pincode of Padwar is 471516.
What is the population of Padwar?
Padwar had a total population of 2,570, including 1,413 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Padwar?
Padwar had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwar was 65.18%. Male literacy was 77.26% and female literacy was 50.67%.