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
As per Census 2011, Padri village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 164 males and 162 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 164 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| 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 has a total population of 326, including 164 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Padri?
There are 61 households in Padri.
What is the literacy rate in Padri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri is 59.20%. Male literacy is 61.59% and female literacy is 56.79%.