Padasawn - Barakot, Champawat
Padasawn is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lohaghat and around 50 km from Champawat. Parado Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padasawn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padasawn is 054151. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.28 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Padasawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padasawn
As per Census 2011, Padasawn village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 304 males and 306 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padasawn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 304 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 239 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 65 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Padasawn
Padasawn 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 Padasawn
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padasawn.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Padasawn is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Padasawn 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Padasawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padasawn 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padasawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padasawn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padasawn
Where is Padasawn located?
Padasawn village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padasawn?
The Gram Panchayat of Padasawn is Parado Sera.
What is the pincode of Padasawn?
The pincode of Padasawn is 262527.
What is the population of Padasawn?
Padasawn has a total population of 610, including 304 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Padasawn?
There are 109 households in Padasawn.
What is the literacy rate in Padasawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padasawn is 61.64%. Male literacy is 78.62% and female literacy is 44.77%.