Padhan - Dadasiba, Kangra
Padhan is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Bathra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhan is 010688. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Padhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhan
As per Census 2011, Padhan village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 124 males and 140 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 124 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Padhan
Padhan 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 Padhan
Padhan 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 Dharmsala to Padhan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhan 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 Padhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhan 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 Padhan
Where is Padhan located?
Padhan village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhan is Bathra.
What is the pincode of Padhan?
The pincode of Padhan is 177112.
What is the population of Padhan?
Padhan has a total population of 264, including 124 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Padhan?
There are 66 households in Padhan.
What is the literacy rate in Padhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhan is 73.48%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 72.14%.