Paldi - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Paldi is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Paldi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldi is 508353. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.51 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paldi
As per Census 2011, Paldi village has a total population of 2,719 people, consisting of 1,385 males and 1,334 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 648 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paldi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,719 | 1,385 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 240 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 337 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 921 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 464 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Paldi
Paldi 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 Paldi
Public transport in the Paldi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Paldi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Paldi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Paldi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paldi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paldi
Where is Paldi located?
Paldi village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paldi?
Paldi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paldi?
The pincode of Paldi is 385530.
What is the population of Paldi?
Paldi has a total population of 2,719, including 1,385 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Paldi?
There are 447 households in Paldi.
What is the literacy rate in Paldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldi is 54.28%. Male literacy is 66.50% and female literacy is 41.60%.