Padima - Potashpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Padima is a village situated in the Potashpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Naipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padima is 344958. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.72 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Padima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Padima
According to the 2011 Census, Padima village had a total population of 1,879 people, including 933 males and 946 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.92%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 83.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 1,879 | 933 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 807 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 126 | 236 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Egra to Padima is about 25 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Padima
Where is Padima located?
Padima village is located in Potashpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padima?
The Gram Panchayat of Padima is Naipur.
What is the pincode of Padima?
The pincode of Padima is 721439.
What is the population of Padima?
Padima had a total population of 1,879, including 933 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Padima?
Padima had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padima was 88.92%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 83.04%.