Padra - Tarapur, Anand
Padra is a village situated in the Tarapur taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Padra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padra is 516839. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.03 hectares and falls under the 388180 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Padra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padra
According to the 2011 Census, Padra village had a total population of 1,766 people, including 902 males and 864 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.54%, with male literacy at 94.42% and female literacy at 86.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 1,766 | 902 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 162 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,388 | 745 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 157 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Padra
Padra 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 Padra
Padra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhat to Padra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Padra is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padra
Where is Padra located?
Padra village is located in Tarapur Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padra?
Padra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padra?
The pincode of Padra is 388180.
What is the population of Padra?
Padra had a total population of 1,766, including 902 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Padra?
Padra had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padra was 90.54%. Male literacy was 94.42% and female literacy was 86.42%.