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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Padain village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 566 males and 632 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 902 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 566 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,198, including 566 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Padain?
There are 288 households in Padain.
What is the literacy rate in Padain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padain is 75.29%. Male literacy is 83.22% and female literacy is 68.20%.