Padaliya - Danta, Banas Kantha
Padaliya is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Padaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padaliya is 507827. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.89 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Padaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padaliya
As per Census 2011, Padaliya village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 480 males and 468 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 480 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 406 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 148 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 332 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Padaliya
Padaliya 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 Padaliya
Padaliya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Padaliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Padaliya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padaliya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padaliya
Where is Padaliya located?
Padaliya village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padaliya?
Padaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padaliya?
The pincode of Padaliya is 385110.
What is the population of Padaliya?
Padaliya has a total population of 948, including 480 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Padaliya?
There are 161 households in Padaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Padaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padaliya is 23.52%. Male literacy is 30.83% and female literacy is 16.03%.