Papdi Khurd - Narayanganj, Mandla
Papdi Khurd is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Deori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papdi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papdi Khurd is 492790. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.02 hectares and falls under the 481666 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Papdi Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papdi Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Papdi Khurd village had a total population of 89 people, including 45 males and 44 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.48%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Papdi Khurd
Papdi Khurd 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 Papdi Khurd
Public transport in the Papdi Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Papdi Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Papdi Khurd is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papdi Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papdi Khurd 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Papdi Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papdi Khurd 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 Papdi Khurd
Where is Papdi Khurd located?
Papdi Khurd village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papdi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Papdi Khurd is Deori.
What is the pincode of Papdi Khurd?
The pincode of Papdi Khurd is 481666.
What is the population of Papdi Khurd?
Papdi Khurd had a total population of 89, including 45 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Papdi Khurd?
Papdi Khurd had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papdi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papdi Khurd was 43.48%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 33.33%.