Padag - Solan
Padag is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Padag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padag is 022103. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 173214 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Padag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padag
According to the 2011 Census, Padag village had a total population of 218 people, including 119 males and 99 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.11%, with male literacy at 93.64% and female literacy at 83.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 103 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Padag
Padag 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 Padag
Padag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Padag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Padag is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padag
Where is Padag located?
Padag village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padag?
Padag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padag?
The pincode of Padag is 173214.
What is the population of Padag?
Padag had a total population of 218, including 119 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Padag?
Padag had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padag was 89.11%. Male literacy was 93.64% and female literacy was 83.70%.