Paid - Shahpur, Kangra
Paid is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sehwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paid is 009365. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.62 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Paid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paid
As per Census 2011, Paid village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 86 males and 90 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paid are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 26 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Paid
Paid 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 Paid
Paid is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Paid is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paid village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paid
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paid 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paid
Where is Paid located?
Paid village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paid?
The Gram Panchayat of Paid is Sehwan.
What is the pincode of Paid?
The pincode of Paid is 176206.
What is the population of Paid?
Paid has a total population of 176, including 86 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Paid?
There are 29 households in Paid.
What is the literacy rate in Paid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paid is 61.93%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 54.44%.