Padain - Jalog, Shimla
Padain is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Shimla. Chebri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padain is 024123. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.97 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni 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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padain
According to the 2011 Census, Padain village had a total population of 167 people, including 85 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 73 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
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
Public transport in the Padain is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Padain is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padain
Where is Padain located?
Padain village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padain?
The Gram Panchayat of Padain is Chebri.
What is the pincode of Padain?
The pincode of Padain is 171019.
What is the population of Padain?
Padain had a total population of 167, including 85 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Padain?
Padain had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padain was 81.17%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 70.27%.