Padliganda - Roorkee, Haridwar
Padliganda is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Roorkee and around 40 km from Hardwar. Padli Ganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padliganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padliganda is 056465. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.01 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Padliganda 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 Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padliganda
According to the 2011 Census, Padliganda village had a total population of 1,869 people, including 996 males and 873 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.22%, with male literacy at 82.64% and female literacy at 49.78%.
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 | 1,869 | 996 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 224 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 638 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 358 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Padliganda
Padliganda 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 Padliganda
Padliganda 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 located within 1-2 km of Padliganda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Padliganda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Padliganda is about 40 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 Padliganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padliganda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Padliganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padliganda 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 Padliganda
Where is Padliganda located?
Padliganda village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padliganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Padliganda is Padli Ganda.
What is the pincode of Padliganda?
The pincode of Padliganda is 247667.
What is the population of Padliganda?
Padliganda had a total population of 1,869, including 996 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Padliganda?
Padliganda had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padliganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padliganda was 67.22%. Male literacy was 82.64% and female literacy was 49.78%.