Padohiya - Mahasi, Bahraich
Padohiya is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Padohiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padohiya is 171698. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.52 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Padohiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padohiya
According to the 2011 Census, Padohiya village had a total population of 1,404 people, including 718 males and 686 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.82%, with male literacy at 51.40% and female literacy at 31.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 1,404 | 718 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 294 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 424 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Padohiya
Padohiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banjariya | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Narkotwa | South | 1.60 km |
| Asmanpur | North | 2.01 km |
| Pure Kuber Panday | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Ramwapur Kalan | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Banspurwa | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Pure Ganga Prasad | West | 2.96 km |
| Nautala | East | 2.98 km |
| Parsohana | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Sigiyansirpur | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padohiya
Padohiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Risia, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Padohiya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padohiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padohiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padohiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padohiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padohiya
Where is Padohiya located?
Padohiya village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padohiya?
Padohiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padohiya?
The pincode of Padohiya is 271851.
What is the population of Padohiya?
Padohiya had a total population of 1,404, including 718 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Padohiya?
Padohiya had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padohiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padohiya was 41.82%. Male literacy was 51.40% and female literacy was 31.59%.