Padlos - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Padlos is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Padlos village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padlos is 566915. The village covers a total geographical area of 844 hectares and falls under the 416514 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Padlos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padlos
According to the 2011 Census, Padlos village had a total population of 896 people, including 432 males and 464 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.60%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 77.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 896 | 432 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 364 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 68 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Padlos
Padlos 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ronapal | North | 1.76 km |
| Aros | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Madure | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Dandeli | West | 3.75 km |
| Nigude | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Nhaveli | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Sonurli | North | 4.54 km |
| Satarda | South | 4.60 km |
| Sherle | East | 4.73 km |
| Kshetrapal | North | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padlos
Padlos is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Padlos is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Padlos is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padlos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padlos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padlos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padlos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padlos
Where is Padlos located?
Padlos village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padlos?
Padlos is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padlos?
The pincode of Padlos is 416514.
What is the population of Padlos?
Padlos had a total population of 896, including 432 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Padlos?
Padlos had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padlos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padlos was 84.60%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 77.00%.