Padgal - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Padgal is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padgal is 019795. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.31 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Padgal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padgal
According to the 2011 Census, Padgal village had a total population of 405 people, including 216 males and 189 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 91.62% and female literacy at 71.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 405 | 216 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 175 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Padgal
Padgal 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 Padgal
Padgal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Padgal is about 8 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 Padgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padgal 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 Padgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padgal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padgal
Where is Padgal located?
Padgal village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padgal is Nauni.
What is the pincode of Padgal?
The pincode of Padgal is 174001.
What is the population of Padgal?
Padgal had a total population of 405, including 216 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Padgal?
Padgal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padgal was 82.40%. Male literacy was 91.62% and female literacy was 71.86%.