Padan
Padan is a village located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 126km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Padan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padan unique in its vibrant Vav-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Padan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padan is 507414. The village spans a total geographical area of 1683.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385575. Tharad is nearest town to Padan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padan
Population of Padan
According to the 2011 Census, Padan has a total population of about 2,059, with approximately 1,079 males and 980 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.65%, with male literacy at about 51.25% and female literacy near 28.98%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,079 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 211 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 553 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 526 | 696 |
Connectivity of Padan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padan. As per the 2011 stats, Padan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padan
Knowing the nearby villages of Padan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padan
- Where is Padan located?
- Padan village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padan?
- Padan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padan?
- The pincode of Padan is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padan is 2,059, with 1,079 males and 980 females.
- How many households are there in Padan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padan village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padan is 40.65%. The male literacy rate is 51.25%, while the female literacy rate is 28.98%.