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
According to the 2011 Census, Padhan village had a total population of 264 people, including 124 males and 140 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 80.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 264 | 124 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 264, including 124 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Padhan?
Padhan had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhan was 82.55%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 80.16%.