Padri - Belthara Road, Ballia
Padri is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Padri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padri is 197690. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.16 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Padri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padri
According to the 2011 Census, Padri village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 850 males and 836 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.28%, with male literacy at 88.12% and female literacy at 68.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 1,686 | 850 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 199 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 638 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 212 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Padri
Padri 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 Padri
Public transport in the Padri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Padri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Padri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padri
Where is Padri located?
Padri village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padri?
Padri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padri?
The pincode of Padri is 221715.
What is the population of Padri?
Padri had a total population of 1,686, including 850 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Padri?
Padri had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri was 78.28%. Male literacy was 88.12% and female literacy was 68.46%.