Papada Kh. - Sakoli, Bhandara
Papada Kh. is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Zadgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Papada Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papada Kh. is 537153. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.68 hectares and falls under the 441802 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Papada Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papada Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Papada Kh. village had a total population of 290 people, including 143 males and 147 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 63.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Papada Kh.
Papada Kh. 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 Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Papada Kh.. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Papada Kh..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Papada Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papada Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Papada Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Papada Kh.
Where is Papada Kh. located?
Papada Kh. village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Papada Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Papada Kh. is Zadgaon.
What is the pincode of Papada Kh.?
The pincode of Papada Kh. is 441802.
What is the population of Papada Kh.?
Papada Kh. had a total population of 290, including 143 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Papada Kh.?
Papada Kh. had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papada Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papada Kh. was 73.39%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 63.41%.