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
As per Census 2011, Padwar village has a total population of 2,570 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,157 females. The village has 586 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,387 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padwar are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,570, including 1,413 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Padwar?
There are 586 households in Padwar.
What is the literacy rate in Padwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwar is 53.97%. Male literacy is 63.48% and female literacy is 42.35%.