Padar - Kotla, Kangra
Padar is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Padhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padar is 009214. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.26 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Padar 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 Padar
As per Census 2011, Padar village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 219 males and 289 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,319 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Padar
Padar 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 Padar
Padar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Padar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padar 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 Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padar
Where is Padar located?
Padar village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padar is Padhar.
What is the pincode of Padar?
The pincode of Padar is 176210.
What is the population of Padar?
Padar has a total population of 508, including 219 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Padar?
There are 107 households in Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padar is 63.98%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 61.59%.