Padunya - Badnawar, Dhar
Padunya is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Paduniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padunya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padunya is 474402. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.25 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Padunya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padunya
As per Census 2011, Padunya village has a total population of 888 people, consisting of 454 males and 434 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padunya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 454 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 280 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 221 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 233 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Padunya
Padunya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanwasa | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Bhat Khareli | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhat Bamanda | South | 1.97 km |
| Dudhwal | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Suklana | East | 3.11 km |
| Kachnariya | South | 3.19 km |
| Kungara | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Bulgara | North | 3.38 km |
| Rawadiyakalan | North | 3.90 km |
| Bida | South-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padunya
Padunya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Padunya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Padunya is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padunya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padunya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padunya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padunya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padunya
Where is Padunya located?
Padunya village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padunya?
The Gram Panchayat of Padunya is Paduniya.
What is the pincode of Padunya?
The pincode of Padunya is 454660.
What is the population of Padunya?
Padunya has a total population of 888, including 454 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Padunya?
There are 190 households in Padunya.
What is the literacy rate in Padunya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padunya is 38.74%. Male literacy is 48.68% and female literacy is 28.34%.