Padi
Padi is a village located in Quepem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Quepem (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Barcem is the gram panchayat of Padi village.
Padi has its own place in the vibrant South Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Padi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padi is 626959. The village spans a total geographical area of 1095 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403703. Quepem is nearest town to Padi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Padi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Quepem Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padi
Population of Padi
Below is a concise population overview of Padi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 148 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 113 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 100 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Padi village:
- The total population of Padi village is around 268, including approximately 148 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Padi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Padi village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 195 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Padi village is about 60.45%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 51.67%.
- There are around 50 households in Padi village.
Connectivity of Padi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padi. As per the 2011 stats, Padi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padi
Knowing the nearby villages of Padi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padi
- Where is Padi located?
- Padi village is situated in Quepem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Padi is Barcem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Padi?
- The pincode of Padi is 403703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padi is 268, with 148 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Padi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padi village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padi is 60.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 51.67%.