Padoo Kalan - Riyan Bari, Nagaur
Padoo Kalan is a village situated in the Riyan Bari tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from Merta and around 110 km from Nagaur. Padoo Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padoo Kalan is 083267. The village covers a total geographical area of 4235 hectares and falls under the 341031 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Padoo Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Merta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padoo Kalan
As per Census 2011, Padoo Kalan village has a total population of 8,833 people, consisting of 4,489 males and 4,344 females. The village has 1,589 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,755 literate and 4,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padoo Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,833 | 4,489 | 4,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,319 | 724 | 595 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 497 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 4,755 | 2,929 | 1,826 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,078 | 1,560 | 2,518 |
Nearby Villages of Padoo Kalan
Padoo Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sathani | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Keriya Makra | South | 3.95 km |
| Meora | North | 4.38 km |
| Sathana Khurd | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Padoo Khurd | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Itawara Ladkhani | North-East | 4.80 km |
| That | West | 5.02 km |
| Sarangwas | South | 5.11 km |
| Sathana Kalan | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Bedas Kalan | North-West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padoo Kalan
Padoo Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalsu, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Padoo Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Padoo Kalan is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padoo Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padoo Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padoo Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padoo Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padoo Kalan
Where is Padoo Kalan located?
Padoo Kalan village is located in Riyan Bari Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padoo Kalan?
Padoo Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padoo Kalan?
The pincode of Padoo Kalan is 341031.
What is the population of Padoo Kalan?
Padoo Kalan has a total population of 8,833, including 4,489 males and 4,344 females.
How many households are there in Padoo Kalan?
There are 1,589 households in Padoo Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Padoo Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padoo Kalan is 53.83%. Male literacy is 65.25% and female literacy is 42.03%.