Padka

Padka is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Padka village. As per 2009 stats, Mehwa is the gram panchayat of Padka village.

Padka has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Padka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padka is 010342. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176028. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Padka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Padka

Below is a concise population overview of Padka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 131 60 71
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 6 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 8 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 109 54 55
Illiterate Population 22 6 16

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padka village:

  • The total population of Padka village is around 131, including approximately 60 males and 71 females, with a sex ratio of 1183 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Padka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Padka village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Padka village is about 83.21%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 77.46%.
  • There are around 38 households in Padka village.

Connectivity of Padka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padka. As per the 2011 stats, Padka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Padka

Knowing the nearby villages of Padka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padka.

Dalippur Reserve Jangal Dhar Panyali Gareru Ranka Akhan Balli Mehwa Khaleta Kalar Seer Loharan Bhati Sameli

Frequently Asked Questions about Padka

Where is Padka located?
Padka village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padka?
The Gram Panchayat of Padka is Mehwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Padka?
The pincode of Padka is 176028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padka is 131, with 60 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Padka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padka village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padka is 83.21%. The male literacy rate is 90.00%, while the female literacy rate is 77.46%.