Padia - Rudhauli, Basti
Padia is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Jigna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padia is 181745. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.51 hectares and falls under the 272126 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Padia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padia
According to the 2011 Census, Padia village had a total population of 49 people, including 20 males and 29 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,450 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.05%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 6 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Padia
Padia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jigina | East | 0.74 km |
| Ramwapur | West | 0.91 km |
| Mahuwa | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Bashkhor Kala | North | 1.31 km |
| Bhitia Maphi | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Babhni | South | 1.66 km |
| Bhitia Khurd | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Hatwa | West | 1.85 km |
| Barainia | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Kathk Purwa | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padia
The nearest railway station is Orwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Padia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Padia
Where is Padia located?
Padia village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padia?
The Gram Panchayat of Padia is Jigna.
What is the pincode of Padia?
The pincode of Padia is 272126.
What is the population of Padia?
Padia had a total population of 49, including 20 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Padia?
Padia had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padia was 71.05%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 61.90%.