Padhanu - Namhol, Bilaspur
Padhanu is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Jukhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhanu is 019840. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Padhanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhanu
According to the 2011 Census, Padhanu village had a total population of 6 people, including 3 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Padhanu
Padhanu 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 Padhanu
Padhanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Padhanu is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Padhanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Padhanu
Where is Padhanu located?
Padhanu village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padhanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhanu is Jukhala.
What is the pincode of Padhanu?
The pincode of Padhanu is 174033.
What is the population of Padhanu?
Padhanu had a total population of 6, including 3 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Padhanu?
Padhanu had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhanu was 60.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.