Padri - Moth, Jhansi
Padri is a village situated in the Moth tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moth and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Padari State serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padri is 152212. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.06 hectares and falls under the 284303 pincode. Moth is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garautha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padri
As per Census 2011, Padri village has a total population of 1,531 people, consisting of 808 males and 723 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 808 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 388 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 636 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 172 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Padri
Padri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumhrar | East | 2.00 km |
| Atariya | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Patharra | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Kumhariya | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Manik Pura | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Nandpura | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Saujna | East | 3.69 km |
| Chelra | South | 3.70 km |
| Nimonia | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Ammargarh | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padri
The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Moth to Padri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Padri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Padri
Where is Padri located?
Padri village is located in Moth Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padri?
The Gram Panchayat of Padri is Padari State.
What is the pincode of Padri?
The pincode of Padri is 284303.
What is the population of Padri?
Padri has a total population of 1,531, including 808 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Padri?
There are 269 households in Padri.
What is the literacy rate in Padri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri is 68.39%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 56.85%.