Padvaniya - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Padvaniya is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Padvaniya-damlai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padvaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padvaniya is 522263. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.11 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Padvaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padvaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Padvaniya village had a total population of 2,205 people, including 1,149 males and 1,056 females, living in 478 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.77%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 54.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,142.
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 | 2,205 | 1,149 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 158 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,142 | 1,116 | 1,026 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 737 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 412 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Padvaniya
Padvaniya 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 Padvaniya
Padvaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Padvaniya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharuch to Padvaniya is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padvaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padvaniya 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 Padvaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padvaniya 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padvaniya
Where is Padvaniya located?
Padvaniya village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padvaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Padvaniya is Padvaniya-damlai.
What is the pincode of Padvaniya?
The pincode of Padvaniya is 393110.
What is the population of Padvaniya?
Padvaniya had a total population of 2,205, including 1,149 males and 1,056 females.
How many households are there in Padvaniya?
Padvaniya had 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padvaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padvaniya was 64.77%. Male literacy was 74.37% and female literacy was 54.63%.