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
As per Census 2011, Padon village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 165 males and 171 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 336, including 165 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Padon?
There are 92 households in Padon.
What is the literacy rate in Padon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padon is 40.48%. Male literacy is 42.42% and female literacy is 38.60%.