Puddar - Silwani, Raisen
Puddar is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Khamkua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puddar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puddar is 484882. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.94 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Puddar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puddar
As per Census 2011, Puddar village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 254 males and 232 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 457 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puddar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 240 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 61 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 193 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Puddar
Puddar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salaiya Parsora | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Khamkua | West | 2.02 km |
| Naktua | North | 2.25 km |
| Bilgawan | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Sarkhadi | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Bichhua | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Barrapondi | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Pathapani | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Hatnapur | North | 4.00 km |
| Birpur | South-West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puddar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puddar. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Puddar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Puddar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puddar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puddar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puddar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puddar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puddar
Where is Puddar located?
Puddar village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puddar?
The Gram Panchayat of Puddar is Khamkua.
What is the pincode of Puddar?
The pincode of Puddar is 464986.
What is the population of Puddar?
Puddar has a total population of 486, including 254 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Puddar?
There are 121 households in Puddar.
What is the literacy rate in Puddar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puddar is 16.67%. Male literacy is 24.02% and female literacy is 8.62%.