Padech - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Padech is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Shimla. Ghanahatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padech is 024319. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.23 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Padech 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 Padech
As per Census 2011, Padech village has a total population of 1,763 people, consisting of 909 males and 854 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,503 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padech are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,763 | 909 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 208 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 799 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 110 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Padech
Padech 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 Padech
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Padech.
| 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 Padech is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padech 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 Padech
Where is Padech located?
Padech village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padech?
The Gram Panchayat of Padech is Ghanahatti.
What is the pincode of Padech?
The pincode of Padech is 171001.
What is the population of Padech?
Padech has a total population of 1,763, including 909 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Padech?
There are 426 households in Padech.
What is the literacy rate in Padech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padech is 85.25%. Male literacy is 87.90% and female literacy is 82.44%.