Padkhuri - Gopadbanas, Sidhi
Padkhuri is a village situated in the Gopadbanas tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Sidhi, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Padkhuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padkhuri is 502644. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.58 hectares and falls under the 486661 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Padkhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Padkhuri
As per Census 2011, Padkhuri village has a total population of 3,925 people, consisting of 2,040 males and 1,885 females. The village has 757 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 818 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,645 literate and 2,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,731 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padkhuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,925 | 2,040 | 1,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 436 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 347 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,731 | 906 | 825 |
| Literate Population | 1,645 | 1,002 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,280 | 1,038 | 1,242 |
Nearby Villages of Padkhuri
Padkhuri 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 Padkhuri
Padkhuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Padkhuri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Padkhuri is about 15 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 Padkhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padkhuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padkhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padkhuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padkhuri
Where is Padkhuri located?
Padkhuri village is located in Gopadbanas Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padkhuri?
Padkhuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padkhuri?
The pincode of Padkhuri is 486661.
What is the population of Padkhuri?
Padkhuri has a total population of 3,925, including 2,040 males and 1,885 females.
How many households are there in Padkhuri?
There are 757 households in Padkhuri.
What is the literacy rate in Padkhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padkhuri is 41.91%. Male literacy is 49.12% and female literacy is 34.11%.