Paddi - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Paddi is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Paddi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paddi is 033511. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Paddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paddi
According to the 2011 Census, Paddi village had a total population of 2,122 people, including 1,120 males and 1,002 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.83%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 76.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,187.
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 | 2,122 | 1,120 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,187 | 636 | 551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 844 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 276 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Paddi
Paddi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Silon Kalan | South | 1.48 km |
| Silon Khurd | South | 2.14 km |
| Tibba | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Khanpur | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Harnampura | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Bhutta | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Umedpur | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Doburji | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Giddari | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Dangora | West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paddi
Paddi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sanahwal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Paddi is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paddi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paddi
Where is Paddi located?
Paddi village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paddi?
Paddi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paddi?
The pincode of Paddi is 141206.
What is the population of Paddi?
Paddi had a total population of 2,122, including 1,120 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Paddi?
Paddi had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paddi was 80.83%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 76.35%.