Padda
Padda is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Padde is the gram panchayat of Padda village.
Here you can discover what makes Padda unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Padda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padda is 028910. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Batala is nearest town to Padda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Padda
Population of Padda
According to the 2011 Census, Padda has a total population of about 1,322, with approximately 706 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.53%, with male literacy at about 63.17% and female literacy near 55.36%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 787 | 446 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 260 | 275 |
Connectivity of Padda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padda. As per the 2011 stats, Padda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padda
Knowing the nearby villages of Padda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padda
- Where is Padda located?
- Padda village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Padda is Padde (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Padda?
- The pincode of Padda is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padda is 1,322, with 706 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padda village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padda is 59.53%. The male literacy rate is 63.17%, while the female literacy rate is 55.36%.