Padhalana - Ranikhet, Almora
Padhalana is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padhalana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhalana is 052520. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.26 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Padhalana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhalana
According to the 2011 Census, Padhalana village had a total population of 22 people, including 11 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Padhalana
Padhalana 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 Padhalana
Public transport in the Padhalana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Padhalana is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Padhalana is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhalana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhalana 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padhalana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhalana 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 Padhalana
Where is Padhalana located?
Padhalana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padhalana?
The Gram Panchayat of Padhalana is Malona.
What is the pincode of Padhalana?
The pincode of Padhalana is 263645.
What is the population of Padhalana?
Padhalana had a total population of 22, including 11 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Padhalana?
Padhalana had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhalana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhalana was 75.00%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.