Padal

Padal is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Padal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Padal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padal is 002109. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184144. Hiranagar is nearest town to Padal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Padal

Below is a concise population overview of Padal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 964 517 447
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 76 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 189 95 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 137 71 66
Literate Population 592 349 243
Illiterate Population 372 168 204

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padal village:

  • The total population of Padal village is around 964, including approximately 517 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Padal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Padal village has 189 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 137 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Padal village is about 61.41%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 54.36%.
  • There are around 184 households in Padal village.

Connectivity of Padal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padal. As per the 2011 stats, Padal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Padal

Knowing the nearby villages of Padal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Padal

Where is Padal located?
Padal village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Padal?
The pincode of Padal is 184144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padal is 964, with 517 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Padal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padal village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padal is 61.41%. The male literacy rate is 67.50%, while the female literacy rate is 54.36%.