Padwar
Padwar is a village located in Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Majholi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Padwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Padwar has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Padwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padwar is 489170. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.95 hectares. Majholi is nearest town to Padwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padwar 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padwar
Population of Padwar
Below is a concise population overview of Padwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 777 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 311 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 463 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 314 | 425 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padwar village:
- The total population of Padwar village is around 1,499, including approximately 777 males and 722 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Padwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padwar village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 630 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padwar village is about 50.70%, with male literacy at 59.59% and female literacy at 41.14%.
- There are around 378 households in Padwar village.
Connectivity of Padwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padwar. As per the 2011 stats, Padwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Padwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padwar
- Where is Padwar located?
- Padwar village is situated in Majholi Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padwar?
- Padwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Padwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padwar is 1,499, with 777 males and 722 females.
- How many households are there in Padwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padwar village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padwar is 50.70%. The male literacy rate is 59.59%, while the female literacy rate is 41.14%.