Padwa

Padwa is a village located in Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khirkiya (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Padwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Padwa has its own place in the vibrant Harda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Padwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padwa is 486590. The village spans a total geographical area of 669.78 hectares. Khirkiya is nearest town to Padwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Padwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Padwa

Below is a concise population overview of Padwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,124 1,086 1,038
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 248 121 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) 406 210 196
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 247 139 108
Literate Population 1,451 838 613
Illiterate Population 673 248 425

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padwa village:

  • The total population of Padwa village is around 2,124, including approximately 1,086 males and 1,038 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Padwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Padwa village has 406 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 247 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Padwa village is about 68.31%, with male literacy at 77.16% and female literacy at 59.06%.
  • There are around 456 households in Padwa village.

Connectivity of Padwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padwa. As per the 2011 stats, Padwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Padwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Padwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Padwa

Where is Padwa located?
Padwa village is situated in Khirkiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padwa?
Padwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Padwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padwa is 2,124, with 1,086 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Padwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padwa village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padwa is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 77.16%, while the female literacy rate is 59.06%.