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
As per Census 2011, Padar village has a total population of 1,591 people, consisting of 800 males and 791 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 800 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,591, including 800 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Padar?
There are 265 households in Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padar is 54.43%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 38.69%.