Padegaon - Gangakhed, Parbhani
Padegaon is a village situated in the Gangakhed tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangakhed and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Padegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padegaon is 547016. The village covers a total geographical area of 940 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Padegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Padegaon village had a total population of 2,010 people, including 1,022 males and 988 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.90%, with male literacy at 85.13% and female literacy at 60.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,010 | 1,022 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 773 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 249 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Padegaon
Padegaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dagadwadi | East | 2.16 km |
| Suralwadi | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Wadgaon | West | 2.93 km |
| Shankarwadi | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Khadgaon | South | 3.52 km |
| Tiwathana | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Harangul | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Margalwadi | East | 5.02 km |
| Akoli | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Wandan | North-West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padegaon
Public transport in the Padegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon Nila, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| 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 Gangakhed to Padegaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Padegaon is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padegaon
Where is Padegaon located?
Padegaon village is located in Gangakhed Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Padegaon?
Padegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padegaon?
The pincode of Padegaon is 431514.
What is the population of Padegaon?
Padegaon had a total population of 2,010, including 1,022 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Padegaon?
Padegaon had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padegaon was 72.90%. Male literacy was 85.13% and female literacy was 60.25%.