Padhar - Churah, Chamba
Padhar is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 79 km from Chamba. Padhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhar is 006932. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Padhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhar
As per Census 2011, Padhar village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 278 males and 261 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 278 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 189 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 171 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 107 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Padhar
Padhar 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 Padhar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Padhar.
| 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 Chamba to Padhar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padhar
Where is Padhar located?
Padhar village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhar?
Padhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padhar?
The pincode of Padhar is 176316.
What is the population of Padhar?
Padhar has a total population of 539, including 278 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Padhar?
There are 107 households in Padhar.
What is the literacy rate in Padhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhar is 48.98%. Male literacy is 61.51% and female literacy is 35.63%.