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 Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Padshal
According to the 2011 Census, Padshal village had a total population of 266 people, including 132 males and 134 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.02%, with male literacy at 96.58% and female literacy at 85.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 266, including 132 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Padshal?
Padshal had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padshal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padshal was 91.02%. Male literacy was 96.58% and female literacy was 85.94%.