Padrog - Theog, Shimla
Padrog is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padrog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padrog is 025207. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.53 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Padrog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padrog
According to the 2011 Census, Padrog village had a total population of 171 people, including 80 males and 91 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.88%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Padrog
Padrog 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 Padrog
Padrog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Padrog is about 38 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 Padrog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padrog 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padrog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padrog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padrog
Where is Padrog located?
Padrog village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padrog?
The Gram Panchayat of Padrog is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Padrog?
The pincode of Padrog is 171201.
What is the population of Padrog?
Padrog had a total population of 171, including 80 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Padrog?
Padrog had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padrog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padrog was 93.88%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.31%.