Padamgarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Padamgarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Padamgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padamgarh is 085278. The village covers a total geographical area of 2920 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Padamgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padamgarh
As per Census 2011, Padamgarh village has a total population of 3,081 people, consisting of 1,650 males and 1,431 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 1,566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 664 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padamgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,081 | 1,650 | 1,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 322 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 346 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 1,028 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,566 | 622 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Padamgarh
Padamgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magasar | North | 2.58 km |
| Panasar | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Kerala | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Ramsar | West | 4.12 km |
| Anopgarh | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Merajsingh Nagar | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Ramdhan Garh | West | 4.89 km |
| Uraj Nagar | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Deorajgarh | South | 4.98 km |
| Bapunagar | North-East | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padamgarh
Public transport in the Padamgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Padamgarh is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padamgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padamgarh 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 Padamgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padamgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padamgarh
Where is Padamgarh located?
Padamgarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padamgarh?
Padamgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padamgarh?
The pincode of Padamgarh is 342025.
What is the population of Padamgarh?
Padamgarh has a total population of 3,081, including 1,650 males and 1,431 females.
How many households are there in Padamgarh?
There are 499 households in Padamgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Padamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padamgarh is 49.17%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 34.03%.