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
As per Census 2011, Padiyar Gaon village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 53 males and 59 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padiyar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 112, including 53 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Padiyar Gaon?
There are 35 households in Padiyar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Padiyar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiyar Gaon is 66.96%. Male literacy is 75.47% and female literacy is 59.32%.