Paduma - Ausgram - II, Purba Bardhaman
Paduma is a village situated in the Ausgram - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from Amragar. Debshala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paduma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paduma is 318878. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.15 hectares and falls under the 713126 pincode. Panagarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Paduma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paduma
As per Census 2011, Paduma village has a total population of 673 people, consisting of 340 males and 333 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paduma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 673 | 340 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 124 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 269 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 71 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Paduma
Paduma 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 Paduma
Paduma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Paduma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panagarh to Paduma is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paduma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paduma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paduma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paduma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paduma
Where is Paduma located?
Paduma village is located in Ausgram - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paduma?
The Gram Panchayat of Paduma is Debshala.
What is the pincode of Paduma?
The pincode of Paduma is 713126.
What is the population of Paduma?
Paduma has a total population of 673, including 340 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Paduma?
There are 154 households in Paduma.
What is the literacy rate in Paduma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paduma is 70.58%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 61.86%.