Padiyar Gaon - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Padiyar Gaon is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Lansdowne and around 162 km from Pauri. Hitoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padiyar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiyar Gaon is 047603. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.4 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Padiyar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padiyar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Padiyar Gaon village had a total population of 112 people, including 53 males and 59 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Padiyar Gaon
Padiyar Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandia Malla | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Bayola Talla | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Hitoli | South | 1.26 km |
| Maidari | North | 1.34 km |
| Bayala Talla | East | 1.35 km |
| Birmo Ki Khol | North | 1.73 km |
| Pipalsari | West | 1.92 km |
| Dabari Palli | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Dalmora | East | 2.38 km |
| Baggar | North-East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padiyar Gaon
Padiyar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Padiyar Gaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Padiyar Gaon is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiyar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiyar Gaon 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 Padiyar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiyar Gaon 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 Padiyar Gaon
Where is Padiyar Gaon located?
Padiyar Gaon village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padiyar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Padiyar Gaon is Hitoti.
What is the pincode of Padiyar Gaon?
The pincode of Padiyar Gaon is 246179.
What is the population of Padiyar Gaon?
Padiyar Gaon had a total population of 112, including 53 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Padiyar Gaon?
Padiyar Gaon had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padiyar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiyar Gaon was 80.65%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 70.00%.