Padiya - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Padiya is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Padia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiya is 182029. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.13 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Padiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Padiya
According to the 2011 Census, Padiya village had a total population of 1,100 people, including 579 males and 521 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.04%, with male literacy at 69.71% and female literacy at 48.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415.
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 | 1,100 | 579 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 214 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 336 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 243 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Padiya
Padiya 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 Padiya
Public transport in the Padiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Padiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Padiya is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiya 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 Padiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiya 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 Padiya
Where is Padiya located?
Padiya village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Padiya is Padia.
What is the pincode of Padiya?
The pincode of Padiya is 272148.
What is the population of Padiya?
Padiya had a total population of 1,100, including 579 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Padiya?
Padiya had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiya was 60.04%. Male literacy was 69.71% and female literacy was 48.93%.