Padra

Padra is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Padra village. As per 2009 stats, Hangloh is the gram panchayat of Padra village.

Padra 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 Padra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padra is 011541. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176059. Palampur is nearest town to Padra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Padra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 252 128 124
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 18 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 21 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 192 104 88
Illiterate Population 60 24 36

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

  • The total population of Padra village is around 252, including approximately 128 males and 124 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Padra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Padra village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Padra village is about 76.19%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 70.97%.
  • There are around 56 households in Padra village.

Connectivity of Padra

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Padra

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

Hanglo Mathrehr Darati Asanpat Lahla Khas Gharthun Arth Uparli Arth Jhikli Baraham Thero Gadiara Dholta

Frequently Asked Questions about Padra

Where is Padra located?
Padra village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padra?
The Gram Panchayat of Padra is Hangloh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Padra?
The pincode of Padra is 176059, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padra is 252, with 128 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Padra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padra village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padra is 76.19%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 70.97%.