Padrana
Padrana is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Padrana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padrana unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Padrana’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 Padrana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padrana is 031941. The village spans a total geographical area of 357 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144529. Garhshankar is nearest town to Padrana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Padrana
Population of Padrana
According to the 2011 Census, Padrana has a total population of about 1,911, with approximately 936 males and 975 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 625 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 77.66%, with male literacy at about 81.73% and female literacy near 73.74%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padrana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,911 | 936 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 302 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,484 | 765 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 171 | 256 |
Connectivity of Padrana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padrana. As per the 2011 stats, Padrana 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padrana
Knowing the nearby villages of Padrana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padrana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padrana
- Where is Padrana located?
- Padrana village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padrana?
- Padrana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padrana?
- The pincode of Padrana is 144529, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padrana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padrana is 1,911, with 936 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Padrana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padrana village has a total of 435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padrana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padrana is 77.66%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 73.74%.