Padargadh - Dhari, Amreli
Padargadh is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Padargadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padargadh is 515673. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065.78 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padargadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padargadh
According to the 2011 Census, Padargadh village had a total population of 295 people, including 159 males and 136 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.02%, with male literacy at 72.34% and female literacy at 52.42%.
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 | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 102 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Padargadh
Padargadh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Padargadh
Public transport in the Padargadh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Padargadh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Padargadh is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padargadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padargadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padargadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padargadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Padargadh
Where is Padargadh located?
Padargadh village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padargadh?
Padargadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padargadh?
The pincode of Padargadh is 365630.
What is the population of Padargadh?
Padargadh had a total population of 295, including 159 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Padargadh?
Padargadh had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padargadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padargadh was 63.02%. Male literacy was 72.34% and female literacy was 52.42%.