Padwahan - Padhar, Mandi
Padwahan is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bari Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padwahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padwahan is 013132. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.02 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Padwahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padwahan
According to the 2011 Census, Padwahan village had a total population of 148 people, including 79 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 62 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Padwahan
Padwahan 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 Padwahan
Padwahan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Padwahan is about 33 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 Padwahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padwahan 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 Padwahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padwahan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padwahan
Where is Padwahan located?
Padwahan village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padwahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Padwahan is Bari Dhar.
What is the pincode of Padwahan?
The pincode of Padwahan is 175012.
What is the population of Padwahan?
Padwahan had a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Padwahan?
Padwahan had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padwahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padwahan was 73.68%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 57.14%.