Paddi Kona - Ghansaur, Seoni
Paddi Kona is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Paddikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paddi Kona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paddi Kona is 496224. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.63 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Paddi Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paddi Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Paddi Kona village had a total population of 704 people, including 340 males and 364 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 54.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 627.
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 | 704 | 340 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 304 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 251 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 89 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Paddi Kona
Paddi Kona 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 Paddi Kona
Paddi Kona 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 Ghansaur to Paddi Kona is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Paddi Kona is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paddi Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paddi Kona 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 Paddi Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paddi Kona 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 Paddi Kona
Where is Paddi Kona located?
Paddi Kona village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paddi Kona?
The Gram Panchayat of Paddi Kona is Paddikona.
What is the pincode of Paddi Kona?
The pincode of Paddi Kona is 480997.
What is the population of Paddi Kona?
Paddi Kona had a total population of 704, including 340 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Paddi Kona?
Paddi Kona had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paddi Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paddi Kona was 67.90%. Male literacy was 82.30% and female literacy was 54.09%.