Palwada
Palwada is a village located in Sanand taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sanand (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Palwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Palwada has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadabad 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 Palwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palwada is 511613. The village spans a total geographical area of 509.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382220. Sanand is nearest town to Palwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palwada 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 Sanand Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palwada
Population of Palwada
Below is a concise population overview of Palwada 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 | 1,899 | 979 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 756 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 223 | 447 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palwada village:
- The total population of Palwada village is around 1,899, including approximately 979 males and 920 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 257 children aged 0–6 years in Palwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palwada village has 203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palwada village is about 64.72%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 51.41%.
- There are around 359 households in Palwada village.
Connectivity of Palwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palwada. As per the 2011 stats, Palwada 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Palwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palwada
- Where is Palwada located?
- Palwada village is situated in Sanand Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palwada?
- Palwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palwada?
- The pincode of Palwada is 382220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palwada is 1,899, with 979 males and 920 females.
- How many households are there in Palwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palwada village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palwada is 64.72%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 51.41%.