Padder - Latti, Udhampur
Padder is a village situated in the Latti tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 88 km from Ramnagar and around 98 km from Udhampur. Pachound No.2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padder is 005044. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.9 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Basant Garh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padder
According to the 2011 Census, Padder village had a total population of 930 people, including 499 males and 431 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.61%, with male literacy at 59.81% and female literacy at 37.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 930 | 499 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 247 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 252 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Padder
Padder 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 Padder
Public transport in the Padder is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Basant Garh to Padder is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Padder is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padder
Where is Padder located?
Padder village is located in Latti Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padder?
The Gram Panchayat of Padder is Pachound No.2.
What is the pincode of Padder?
The pincode of Padder is 182128.
What is the population of Padder?
Padder had a total population of 930, including 499 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Padder?
Padder had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padder was 49.61%. Male literacy was 59.81% and female literacy was 37.75%.