Padyarah - Koteranka, Rajouri
Padyarah is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Budhal and around 28 km from Rajouri. Gakhrote-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padyarah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padyarah is 001439. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.8 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode.
Padyarah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padyarah
According to the 2011 Census, Padyarah village had a total population of 516 people, including 275 males and 241 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.29%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 46.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 516 | 275 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 154 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 121 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Padyarah
Padyarah 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 Padyarah
Padyarah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rajouri to Padyarah is about 28 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 Padyarah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padyarah 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 Padyarah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padyarah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padyarah
Where is Padyarah located?
Padyarah village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padyarah?
The Gram Panchayat of Padyarah is Gakhrote-b.
What is the pincode of Padyarah?
The pincode of Padyarah is 185132.
What is the population of Padyarah?
Padyarah had a total population of 516, including 275 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Padyarah?
Padyarah had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padyarah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padyarah was 60.29%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 46.23%.