Padkhuri - Rampur Naikin, Sidhi
Padkhuri is a village situated in the Rampur Naikin tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampur Naikin and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Padkhuri 587 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padkhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padkhuri is 502366. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.22 hectares and falls under the 486775 pincode. Rampur Naikin is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padkhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padkhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Padkhuri village had a total population of 3,018 people, including 1,548 males and 1,470 females, living in 694 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.88%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 59.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 3,018 | 1,548 | 1,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 232 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 225 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,760 | 1,023 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 525 | 733 |
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 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 Rampur Naikin to Padkhuri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Padkhuri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rampur Naikin Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padkhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Padkhuri is Padkhuri 587.
What is the pincode of Padkhuri?
The pincode of Padkhuri is 486775.
What is the population of Padkhuri?
Padkhuri had a total population of 3,018, including 1,548 males and 1,470 females.
How many households are there in Padkhuri?
Padkhuri had 694 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padkhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padkhuri was 68.88%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 59.48%.