Padampur - Tamluk, Purba Medinipur
Padampur is a village situated in the Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Tamluk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Padumpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 344547. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.62 hectares and falls under the 721627 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandakumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tamluk Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 2,428 people, including 1,289 males and 1,139 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.42%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 86.94%.
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 | 2,428 | 1,289 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,850 | 1,011 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 278 | 300 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Padampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Tamluk Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padampur is Padumpur-i.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 721627.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 2,428, including 1,289 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 89.42%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 86.94%.