Padasala - Mandap, Mandi
Padasala is a village situated in the Mandap tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Mandi. Thauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padasala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padasala is 013998. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.01 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Padasala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padasala
According to the 2011 Census, Padasala village had a total population of 239 people, including 127 males and 112 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 94.96% and female literacy at 84.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 239 | 127 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 113 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Padasala
Padasala 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 Padasala
Padasala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Padasala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padasala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padasala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padasala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padasala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padasala
Where is Padasala located?
Padasala village is located in Mandap Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padasala?
The Gram Panchayat of Padasala is Thauna.
What is the pincode of Padasala?
The pincode of Padasala is 175024.
What is the population of Padasala?
Padasala had a total population of 239, including 127 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Padasala?
Padasala had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padasala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padasala was 90.00%. Male literacy was 94.96% and female literacy was 84.16%.