Papada Bk. - Sakoli, Bhandara
Papada Bk. is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Papada[bu] serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papada Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papada Bk. is 537156. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.38 hectares and falls under the 441802 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Papada Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papada Bk.
As per Census 2011, Papada Bk. village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 429 males and 399 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papada Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 429 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 353 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 76 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Papada Bk.
Papada Bk. 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 Papada Bk.
Papada Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Papada Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Papada Bk. is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papada Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papada Bk. 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 Papada Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papada Bk. 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 Papada Bk.
Where is Papada Bk. located?
Papada Bk. village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papada Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Papada Bk. is Papada[bu].
What is the pincode of Papada Bk.?
The pincode of Papada Bk. is 441802.
What is the population of Papada Bk.?
Papada Bk. has a total population of 828, including 429 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Papada Bk.?
There are 197 households in Papada Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Papada Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papada Bk. is 74.28%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 65.66%.