Padsal - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Padsal is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Arthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padsal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padsal is 014236. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.3 hectares and falls under the 175002 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Padsal 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 Padsal
According to the 2011 Census, Padsal village had a total population of 292 people, including 133 males and 159 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.03%, with male literacy at 87.90% and female literacy at 71.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 292 | 133 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 24 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Padsal
Padsal 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 Padsal
Padsal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Padsal is about 28 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 Padsal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padsal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padsal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padsal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padsal
Where is Padsal located?
Padsal village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padsal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padsal is Arthi.
What is the pincode of Padsal?
The pincode of Padsal is 175002.
What is the population of Padsal?
Padsal had a total population of 292, including 133 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Padsal?
Padsal had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padsal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padsal was 79.03%. Male literacy was 87.90% and female literacy was 71.33%.