Padhru - Balh, Mandi
Padhru is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Mandi. Magar Padhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhru is 014719. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.24 hectares and falls under the 175027 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Padhru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhru
According to the 2011 Census, Padhru village had a total population of 496 people, including 260 males and 236 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 71.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 260 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 207 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 53 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Padhru
Padhru 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 Padhru
Padhru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Padhru is about 26 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 Padhru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padhru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhru
Where is Padhru located?
Padhru village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padhru?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhru is Magar Padhru.
What is the pincode of Padhru?
The pincode of Padhru is 175027.
What is the population of Padhru?
Padhru had a total population of 496, including 260 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Padhru?
Padhru had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhru was 80.00%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 71.50%.