Padua
Padua is a village located in Baria tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Baria (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Padua village is also a gram panchayat.
Padua has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Padua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padua is 385604. The village spans a total geographical area of 180 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758032. Kendujhar is nearest town to Padua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padua village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padua
Population of Padua
Below is a concise population overview of Padua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 177 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padua village:
- The total population of Padua village is around 354, including approximately 177 males and 177 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Padua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padua village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padua village is about 75.42%, with male literacy at 82.49% and female literacy at 68.36%.
- There are around 95 households in Padua village.
Connectivity of Padua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padua. As per the 2011 stats, Padua 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padua
Knowing the nearby villages of Padua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padua
- Where is Padua located?
- Padua village is situated in Baria Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padua?
- Padua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padua?
- The pincode of Padua is 758032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padua is 354, with 177 males and 177 females.
- How many households are there in Padua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padua village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padua is 75.42%. The male literacy rate is 82.49%, while the female literacy rate is 68.36%.