Padra - Padara, Nagarkurnool
Padra is a village situated in the Padara mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Amrabad and around 100 km from Mahbubnagar. Padra village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padra is 575621. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273 hectares and falls under the 509201 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Padra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padra
According to the 2011 Census, Padra village had a total population of 5,464 people, including 2,838 males and 2,626 females, living in 1,509 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.39%, with male literacy at 63.09% and female literacy at 38.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,330, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 946.
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 | 5,464 | 2,838 | 2,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 340 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,330 | 686 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 946 | 491 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 2,494 | 1,576 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,970 | 1,262 | 1,708 |
Nearby Villages of Padra
Padra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Padra
Padra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wanaparthy to Padra is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Padra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padra 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 Padra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padra 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padra
Where is Padra located?
Padra village is located in Padara Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Padra?
Padra is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padra?
The pincode of Padra is 509201.
What is the population of Padra?
Padra had a total population of 5,464, including 2,838 males and 2,626 females.
How many households are there in Padra?
Padra had 1,509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padra was 51.39%. Male literacy was 63.09% and female literacy was 38.98%.