Padkher - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Padkher is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Ghorve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padkher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padkher is 501565. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.71 hectares and falls under the 484334 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Padkher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padkher
According to the 2011 Census, Padkher village had a total population of 515 people, including 247 males and 268 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.97%, with male literacy at 74.04% and female literacy at 48.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 515 | 247 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 154 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 93 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Padkher
Padkher 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 Padkher
Padkher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Padkher is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padkher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padkher 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 Padkher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padkher 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 Padkher
Where is Padkher located?
Padkher village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padkher?
The Gram Panchayat of Padkher is Ghorve.
What is the pincode of Padkher?
The pincode of Padkher is 484334.
What is the population of Padkher?
Padkher had a total population of 515, including 247 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Padkher?
Padkher had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padkher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padkher was 60.97%. Male literacy was 74.04% and female literacy was 48.89%.