Padri - Firozpur, Ferozepur
Padri is a village situated in the Firozpur tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from Firozpur and around 5 km from Firozpur. Padhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padri is 034599. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.24 hectares and falls under the 152002 pincode. Firozpur is the nearest town.
Padri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Firozpur City Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padri
According to the 2011 Census, Padri village had a total population of 326 people, including 164 males and 162 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.68%, with male literacy at 71.13% and female literacy at 66.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 326 | 164 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 101 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 63 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Padri
Padri 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 Padri
Public transport in the Padri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Padri 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 Padri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padri
Where is Padri located?
Padri village is located in Firozpur Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padri?
The Gram Panchayat of Padri is Padhri.
What is the pincode of Padri?
The pincode of Padri is 152002.
What is the population of Padri?
Padri had a total population of 326, including 164 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Padri?
Padri had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri was 68.68%. Male literacy was 71.13% and female literacy was 66.19%.