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
As per Census 2011, Padlu village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 859 males and 784 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padlu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 859 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 101 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 307 | 283 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,643, including 859 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Padlu?
There are 321 households in Padlu.
What is the literacy rate in Padlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padlu is 64.39%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 59.44%.