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
As per Census 2011, Padia village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 20 males and 29 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,450 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 49, including 20 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Padia?
There are 9 households in Padia.
What is the literacy rate in Padia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padia is 55.10%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 44.83%.