Padal - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Padal is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Padal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padal is 522283. The village covers a total geographical area of 968.91 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Padal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padal
According to the 2011 Census, Padal village had a total population of 1,743 people, including 880 males and 863 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 78.80% and female literacy at 60.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,708.
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 | 1,743 | 880 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,708 | 865 | 843 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 606 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 274 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Padal
Padal 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 Padal
Public transport in the Padal is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bharuch to Padal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padal
Where is Padal located?
Padal village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padal?
Padal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padal?
The pincode of Padal is 393110.
What is the population of Padal?
Padal had a total population of 1,743, including 880 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Padal?
Padal had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padal was 69.49%. Male literacy was 78.80% and female literacy was 60.13%.