Padampur - Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur
Padampur is a village situated in the Kolaghat subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaghat and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Tamluk. Sagarbarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 344384. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.42 hectares and falls under the 721151 pincode. Kolaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 621 people, including 332 males and 289 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 77.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 621 | 332 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 268 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 64 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Padampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Padampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolaghat to Padampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Padampur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Kolaghat Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Sagarbarh.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 721151.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 621, including 332 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 83.45%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 77.47%.