Padampur - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Padampur is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 90 km from Dhari and around 130 km from Nainital. Padampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 055063. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.07 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Padampur 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padampur
According to the 2011 Census, Padampur village had a total population of 474 people, including 213 males and 261 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.01%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 57.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 474 | 213 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 137 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 76 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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 Padampur
Public transport in the Padampur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Padampur is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Padampur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampur 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 Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padampur?
Padampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 263157.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur had a total population of 474, including 213 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
Padampur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur was 67.01%. Male literacy was 78.74% and female literacy was 57.73%.