Padlu - Shahbad, Kurukshetra
Padlu is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Padlu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padlu is 058320. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town.
Padlu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padlu
According to the 2011 Census, Padlu village had a total population of 1,643 people, including 859 males and 784 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.92%, with male literacy at 78.10% and female literacy at 65.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 590.
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 | 1,643 | 859 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 101 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 307 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 592 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 267 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Padlu
Padlu 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 Padlu
Padlu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padlu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Padlu is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padlu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padlu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padlu
Where is Padlu located?
Padlu village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padlu?
Padlu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padlu?
The pincode of Padlu is 136135.
What is the population of Padlu?
Padlu had a total population of 1,643, including 859 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Padlu?
Padlu had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padlu was 71.92%. Male literacy was 78.10% and female literacy was 65.36%.