Padar - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Padar is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Shihori and around 82 km from Palanpur. Padar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padar is 508575. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.29 hectares and falls under the 385560 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Padar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padar
According to the 2011 Census, Padar village had a total population of 1,591 people, including 800 males and 791 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.54%, with male literacy at 81.63% and female literacy at 45.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 1,591 | 800 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 560 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 240 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Padar
Padar 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 Padar
Public transport in the Padar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Padar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Padar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padar 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 Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padar 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padar
Where is Padar located?
Padar village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padar?
Padar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padar?
The pincode of Padar is 385560.
What is the population of Padar?
Padar had a total population of 1,591, including 800 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Padar?
Padar had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padar was 63.54%. Male literacy was 81.63% and female literacy was 45.20%.