Padon - Bamori, Guna
Padon is a village situated in the Bamori tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bamori and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Padon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padon is 498953. The village covers a total geographical area of 844 hectares and falls under the 473105 pincode. Guna is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Padon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padon
According to the 2011 Census, Padon village had a total population of 336 people, including 165 males and 171 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.62%, with male literacy at 59.32% and female literacy at 50.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 74 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 95 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Padon
Padon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luhari | East | 3.64 km |
| Sileta | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Hankla | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Anarad | South | 4.59 km |
| Vardha | East | 4.99 km |
| Ratwara | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Daulatpura | South-West | 6.70 km |
| Pachlawada | South-West | 6.71 km |
| Sarkheda | North-West | 6.73 km |
| Rajpura | South | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padon
Padon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atru, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 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 Guna to Padon is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padon 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 Padon
Where is Padon located?
Padon village is located in Bamori Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padon?
Padon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padon?
The pincode of Padon is 473105.
What is the population of Padon?
Padon had a total population of 336, including 165 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Padon?
Padon had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padon was 54.62%. Male literacy was 59.32% and female literacy was 50.38%.