Padiyal - Dahi, Dhar
Padiyal is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Padiyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiyal is 475586. The village covers a total geographical area of 1113.5 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padiyal
As per Census 2011, Padiyal village has a total population of 3,878 people, consisting of 2,015 males and 1,863 females. The village has 733 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,819 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padiyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,878 | 2,015 | 1,863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 345 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,483 | 1,805 | 1,678 |
| Literate Population | 1,819 | 1,115 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 900 | 1,159 |
Nearby Villages of Padiyal
Padiyal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajgaon | South | 3.50 km |
| Amlal | North | 3.55 km |
| Badwanya | West | 3.61 km |
| Pithampur | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Amaljhuma | East | 3.88 km |
| Rebarda | West | 4.02 km |
| Kalmani | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Konda | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Thandala | West | 5.90 km |
| Barda | North | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padiyal
Padiyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kukshi to Padiyal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Padiyal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padiyal
Where is Padiyal located?
Padiyal village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padiyal?
Padiyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padiyal?
The pincode of Padiyal is 454331.
What is the population of Padiyal?
Padiyal has a total population of 3,878, including 2,015 males and 1,863 females.
How many households are there in Padiyal?
There are 733 households in Padiyal.
What is the literacy rate in Padiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiyal is 46.91%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 37.79%.