Official Name: | Padaviya Divisional Secretariat |
Settlement Type: | Divisional Secretariat |
Pushpin Label Position: | bottom |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | Sri Lanka |
Subdivision Name1: | North Central Province |
Subdivision Type2: | District |
Subdivision Name2: | Anuradhapura District |
Unit Pref: | Imperial |
Area Total Km2: | 240.0 |
Population As Of: | 2012 |
Population Total: | 22,998 |
Population Density Km2: | 95.83 |
Timezone: | Sri Lanka Standard Time |
Utc Offset: | +5:30 |
Padaviya Divisional Secretariat is a Divisional Secretariat of Anuradhapura District, of North Central Province, Sri Lanka. It serves as the local authority for Padaviya town, which is the main town within the divisional secretariat. Padaviya Divisional Secretariat oversees the administration of Padaviya town and surrounding small towns.
See main article: Padaviya. In close proximity to the historical Padaviya tank lies the village of Padaviya, the main town within the divisional secretariat. Padaviya is renowned for its ancient irrigation systems dating back to the Anuradhapura era. The village faces contemporary challenges, including water scarcity and health issues, but continues to thrive with a vibrant community and traditional practices. For more information, see the Padaviya page.
As of the 2012 census, Padaviya Divisional Secretariat has a population of 22,998 with an area of 240.0 km², resulting in a population density of 95.83/km². The annual population change from 2001 to 2012 is recorded at 0.79%.