Padain - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Padain is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sainthal Pandain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padain is 013235. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 175032 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Padain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padain
According to the 2011 Census, Padain village had a total population of 1,198 people, including 566 males and 632 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.99%, with male literacy at 94.01% and female literacy at 75.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,198 | 566 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 471 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 95 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Padain
Padain 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 Padain
Padain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Padain is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padain 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padain 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 Padain
Where is Padain located?
Padain village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padain?
The Gram Panchayat of Padain is Sainthal Pandain.
What is the pincode of Padain?
The pincode of Padain is 175032.
What is the population of Padain?
Padain had a total population of 1,198, including 566 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Padain?
Padain had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padain was 83.99%. Male literacy was 94.01% and female literacy was 75.22%.