Padarshinga Village - Lathi, Amreli
Padarshinga is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Padarshinga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padarshinga is 515525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.71 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Damnagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Padarshinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padarshinga
As per Census 2011, Padarshinga village has a total population of 2,668 people, consisting of 1,297 males and 1,371 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,101 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padarshinga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,668 | 1,297 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,101 | 1,095 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 202 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Padarshinga
Padarshinga 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 Padarshinga
Padarshinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padarshinga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damnagar to Padarshinga is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Padarshinga is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padarshinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padarshinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padarshinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padarshinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padarshinga
Where is Padarshinga located?
Padarshinga village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padarshinga?
Padarshinga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padarshinga?
The pincode of Padarshinga is 365220.
What is the population of Padarshinga?
Padarshinga has a total population of 2,668, including 1,297 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Padarshinga?
There are 530 households in Padarshinga.
What is the literacy rate in Padarshinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padarshinga is 78.75%. Male literacy is 84.43% and female literacy is 73.38%.