Padhana - Dehar, Mandi
Padhana is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Mandi. Dhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhana is 014292. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.14 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Padhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhana
According to the 2011 Census, Padhana village had a total population of 61 people, including 25 males and 36 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,440 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 10 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Padhana
Padhana 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 Padhana
Padhana 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Padhana is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padhana
Where is Padhana located?
Padhana village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhana is Dhwal.
What is the pincode of Padhana?
The pincode of Padhana is 175017.
What is the population of Padhana?
Padhana had a total population of 61, including 25 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Padhana?
Padhana had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhana was 68.09%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 62.96%.