Padhuan
Padhuan is a village located in Basudebpur tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Basudebpur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Padhuan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padhuan unique in its vibrant Basudebpur-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Padhuan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padhuan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padhuan is 394897. The village spans a total geographical area of 396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756046. Basudebpur is nearest town to Padhuan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Padhuan
Population of Padhuan
According to the 2011 Census, Padhuan has a total population of about 6,945, with approximately 3,423 males and 3,522 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 856 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.78%, with male literacy at about 74.99% and female literacy near 60.76%. There are around 1,445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padhuan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,945 | 3,423 | 3,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 432 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,414 | 1,728 | 1,686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,707 | 2,567 | 2,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,238 | 856 | 1,382 |
Connectivity of Padhuan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padhuan. As per the 2011 stats, Padhuan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padhuan
Knowing the nearby villages of Padhuan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padhuan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padhuan
- Where is Padhuan located?
- Padhuan village is situated in Basudebpur Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padhuan?
- Padhuan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padhuan?
- The pincode of Padhuan is 756046, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padhuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padhuan is 6,945, with 3,423 males and 3,522 females.
- How many households are there in Padhuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padhuan village has a total of 1,445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padhuan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padhuan is 67.78%. The male literacy rate is 74.99%, while the female literacy rate is 60.76%.