Padmalla - Dewal, Chamoli
Padmalla is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Tharali and around 106 km from Gopeshwar. Padmala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmalla is 041789. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.15 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Padmalla 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmalla
According to the 2011 Census, Padmalla village had a total population of 241 people, including 115 males and 126 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.41%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 76.99%.
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 | 241 | 115 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Padmalla
Padmalla 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 Padmalla
Padmalla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Karnaprayag to Padmalla is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Padmalla is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmalla 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 Padmalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmalla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padmalla
Where is Padmalla located?
Padmalla village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padmalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmalla is Padmala.
What is the pincode of Padmalla?
The pincode of Padmalla is 246427.
What is the population of Padmalla?
Padmalla had a total population of 241, including 115 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Padmalla?
Padmalla had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmalla was 83.41%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 76.99%.