Padampur - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Padampur is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Kotdwara and around 114 km from Pauri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampur is 048561. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.58 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Padampur is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Padampur
As per Census 2011, Padampur village has a total population of 3,459 people, consisting of 1,570 males and 1,889 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,723 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,459 | 1,570 | 1,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 247 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 155 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,723 | 1,250 | 1,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 320 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Padampur
Padampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiv Rajpur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Nandpur | North | 0.99 km |
| Ghamandpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Gorakhpur | North | 1.70 km |
| Dev Rampur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Mawakot | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Durgapur | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Jashodharpur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Haldukhata Malla | West | 2.08 km |
| Kothala | North | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padampur
The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Padampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Padampur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Padampur
Where is Padampur located?
Padampur village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Padampur?
The pincode of Padampur is 246149.
What is the population of Padampur?
Padampur has a total population of 3,459, including 1,570 males and 1,889 females.
How many households are there in Padampur?
There are 820 households in Padampur.
What is the literacy rate in Padampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampur is 78.72%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 77.98%.