Padlya - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Padlya is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Padlaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padlya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padlya is 505882. The village covers a total geographical area of 1571.55 hectares and falls under the 450332 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Padlya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padlya
According to the 2011 Census, Padlya village had a total population of 3,246 people, including 1,646 males and 1,600 females, living in 629 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.92%, with male literacy at 62.63% and female literacy at 40.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,717.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,246 | 1,646 | 1,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 316 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,717 | 851 | 866 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 833 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 813 | 1,066 |
Nearby Villages of Padlya
Padlya 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 Padlya
Padlya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khandwa to Padlya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padlya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padlya 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 Padlya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padlya 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padlya
Where is Padlya located?
Padlya village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padlya?
The Gram Panchayat of Padlya is Padlaya.
What is the pincode of Padlya?
The pincode of Padlya is 450332.
What is the population of Padlya?
Padlya had a total population of 3,246, including 1,646 males and 1,600 females.
How many households are there in Padlya?
Padlya had 629 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padlya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padlya was 51.92%. Male literacy was 62.63% and female literacy was 40.98%.