Paduwa - Majholi, Jabalpur
Paduwa is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Murkuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paduwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paduwa is 489185. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.39 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Paduwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paduwa
As per Census 2011, Paduwa village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 230 males and 195 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paduwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 230 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 111 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 152 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 78 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Paduwa
Paduwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paduwa
Paduwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Paduwa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Paduwa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paduwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paduwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paduwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paduwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paduwa
Where is Paduwa located?
Paduwa village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paduwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Paduwa is Murkuru.
What is the pincode of Paduwa?
The pincode of Paduwa is 483336.
What is the population of Paduwa?
Paduwa has a total population of 425, including 230 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Paduwa?
There are 108 households in Paduwa.
What is the literacy rate in Paduwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paduwa is 56.94%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 46.15%.