Padar

Padar is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Padar village. As per 2009 stats, Dol is the gram panchayat of Padar village.

Here you can discover what makes Padar unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Padar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Padar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padar is 009214. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176210. Nurpur is nearest town to Padar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Padar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Padar

According to the 2011 Census, Padar has a total population of about 508, with approximately 219 males and 289 females. The sex ratio is around 1319 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.98%, with male literacy at about 67.12% and female literacy near 61.59%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 508 219 289
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 43 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 163 81 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 2 3
Literate Population 325 147 178
Illiterate Population 183 72 111

Connectivity of Padar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padar. As per the 2011 stats, Padar 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Padar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Padar

Where is Padar located?
Padar village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padar is Dol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Padar?
The pincode of Padar is 176210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padar is 508, with 219 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Padar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padar village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padar is 63.98%. The male literacy rate is 67.12%, while the female literacy rate is 61.59%.