Padgan - Kalwan, Nashik
Padgan is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dharde Diger serves as the Village Panchayat for Padgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padgan is 549851. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.81 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Padgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padgan
According to the 2011 Census, Padgan village had a total population of 767 people, including 371 males and 396 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.29%, with male literacy at 71.52% and female literacy at 52.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 756.
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 | 767 | 371 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 41 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 756 | 362 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 236 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 135 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Padgan
Padgan 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 Padgan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padgan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Padgan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Padgan is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padgan 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 Padgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padgan 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 Padgan
Where is Padgan located?
Padgan village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Padgan?
The Village Panchayat of Padgan is Dharde Diger.
What is the pincode of Padgan?
The pincode of Padgan is 423502.
What is the population of Padgan?
Padgan had a total population of 767, including 371 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Padgan?
Padgan had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padgan was 62.29%. Male literacy was 71.52% and female literacy was 52.92%.