Padhan
Padhan is a village located in Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Kotla Khas. Kotla Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Padhan village. As per 2009 stats, Bathra is the gram panchayat of Padhan village.
Padhan 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 Padhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padhan is 010688. The village spans a total geographical area of 98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177112. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Padhan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Padhan
Below is a concise population overview of Padhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 264 | 124 | 140 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 194 | 93 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padhan village:
- The total population of Padhan village is around 264, including approximately 124 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 1129 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Padhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padhan village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Padhan village is about 73.48%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 72.14%.
- There are around 66 households in Padhan village.
Connectivity of Padhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padhan. As per the 2011 stats, Padhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Padhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padhan
- Where is Padhan located?
- Padhan village is situated in Jaswan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padhan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Padhan is Bathra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Padhan?
- The pincode of Padhan is 177112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padhan is 264, with 124 males and 140 females.
- How many households are there in Padhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padhan village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padhan is 73.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 72.14%.