Padehr - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Padehr is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Dharmsala. Khabli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padehr is 010409. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 177114 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Padehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padehr
According to the 2011 Census, Padehr village had a total population of 95 people, including 48 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.02%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 88.10%.
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 | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Padehr
Padehr 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 Padehr
Padehr 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 Padehr is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padehr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padehr 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 Padehr
Where is Padehr located?
Padehr village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Padehr is Khabli.
What is the pincode of Padehr?
The pincode of Padehr is 177114.
What is the population of Padehr?
Padehr had a total population of 95, including 48 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Padehr?
Padehr had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padehr was 93.02%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 88.10%.