Padshal - Kotkhai, Shimla
Padshal is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Darkoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padshal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padshal is 026342. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.73 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Padshal 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 Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Padshal
As per Census 2011, Padshal village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 132 males and 134 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padshal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Padshal
Padshal 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 Padshal
Public transport in the Padshal 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 Padshal is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padshal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padshal 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 Padshal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padshal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padshal
Where is Padshal located?
Padshal village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padshal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padshal is Darkoti.
What is the pincode of Padshal?
The pincode of Padshal is 171202.
What is the population of Padshal?
Padshal has a total population of 266, including 132 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Padshal?
There are 58 households in Padshal.
What is the literacy rate in Padshal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padshal is 83.83%. Male literacy is 85.61% and female literacy is 82.09%.