Padlya - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Padlya is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Padlya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padlya is 477960. The village covers a total geographical area of 1155.88 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya 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.
Population of Padlya
According to the 2011 Census, Padlya village had a total population of 2,503 people, including 1,214 males and 1,289 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.07%, with male literacy at 45.71% and female literacy at 34.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,246.
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 | 2,503 | 1,214 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 223 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,246 | 1,069 | 1,177 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 453 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 761 | 933 |
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 | 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 Jhiranya to Padlya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Padlya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padlya
Where is Padlya located?
Padlya village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padlya?
Padlya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padlya?
The pincode of Padlya is 451332.
What is the population of Padlya?
Padlya had a total population of 2,503, including 1,214 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Padlya?
Padlya had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padlya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padlya was 40.07%. Male literacy was 45.71% and female literacy was 34.63%.