Padaria - Colonelganj, Gonda
Padaria is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Conelganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Padaria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padaria is 174908. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.71 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode. Conelganj is the nearest town.
Padaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padaria
According to the 2011 Census, Padaria village had a total population of 1,264 people, including 662 males and 602 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 54.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
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 | 1,264 | 662 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 107 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 90 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 421 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 241 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Padaria
Padaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhonka | East | 1.24 km |
| Gursari | West | 1.37 km |
| Gursara | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Patisa | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Kadaru | South | 2.20 km |
| Dubai | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Parasa Maheshi | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Akhadera | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Mohmmadpur Anta | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bataura Lohangi | North | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padaria
Padaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Padaria is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padaria
Where is Padaria located?
Padaria village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padaria?
Padaria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padaria?
The pincode of Padaria is 271126.
What is the population of Padaria?
Padaria had a total population of 1,264, including 662 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Padaria?
Padaria had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padaria was 65.35%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 54.41%.