Papdel - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Papdel is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Papdel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papdel is 479071. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.35 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Papdel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papdel
As per Census 2011, Papdel village has a total population of 1,193 people, consisting of 645 males and 548 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papdel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 645 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 107 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 120 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 481 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 164 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Papdel
Papdel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijaypur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bhumaria | North | 1.98 km |
| Koyla | South | 2.09 km |
| Patdi | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bamanya Khedi | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Tolikheda | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Badri | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Narayanganj | North | 3.24 km |
| Timarni | South | 3.39 km |
| Churelpura | South-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papdel
Papdel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| 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 Khilchipur to Papdel is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Papdel is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papdel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papdel 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 Papdel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papdel 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 Papdel
Where is Papdel located?
Papdel village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papdel?
Papdel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papdel?
The pincode of Papdel is 465679.
What is the population of Papdel?
Papdel has a total population of 1,193, including 645 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Papdel?
There are 252 households in Papdel.
What is the literacy rate in Papdel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papdel is 64.54%. Male literacy is 74.57% and female literacy is 52.74%.