Padima - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Padima is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padima is 340589. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.6 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Padima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padima
According to the 2011 Census, Padima village had a total population of 744 people, including 370 males and 374 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.09%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 71.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 744 | 370 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 286 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 84 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Padima
Padima 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 Padima
Padima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Padima is about 34 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Padima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padima
Where is Padima located?
Padima village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padima?
The Gram Panchayat of Padima is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Padima?
The pincode of Padima is 721506.
What is the population of Padima?
Padima had a total population of 744, including 370 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Padima?
Padima had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padima was 79.09%. Male literacy was 86.40% and female literacy was 71.73%.