Padda - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Padda is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Padde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padda is 028910. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Padda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padda
According to the 2011 Census, Padda village had a total population of 1,322 people, including 706 males and 616 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.52%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 63.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,322 | 706 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 109 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 446 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 260 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Padda
Padda 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 Padda
Padda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Padda is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padda 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 Padda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padda
Where is Padda located?
Padda village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padda?
The Gram Panchayat of Padda is Padde.
What is the pincode of Padda?
The pincode of Padda is 143604.
What is the population of Padda?
Padda had a total population of 1,322, including 706 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Padda?
Padda had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padda was 69.52%. Male literacy was 74.71% and female literacy was 63.74%.