Padwar - Majholi, Jabalpur
Padwar is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Padwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padwar is 489170. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.95 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Padwar 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 Padwar
As per Census 2011, Padwar village has a total population of 1,499 people, consisting of 777 males and 722 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 760 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padwar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Padwar
Padwar 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 Padwar
Padwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Padwar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Padwar is about 60 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 Padwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padwar 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 Padwar
Where is Padwar located?
Padwar village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padwar?
Padwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padwar?
The pincode of Padwar is 483336.
What is the population of Padwar?
Padwar has a total population of 1,499, including 777 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Padwar?
There are 378 households in Padwar.
What is the literacy rate in Padwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwar is 50.70%. Male literacy is 59.59% and female literacy is 41.14%.