Padariya - Vagra, Bharuch
Padariya is a village situated in the Vagra taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vagra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Padariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padariya is 522037. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.42 hectares and falls under the 392140 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Padariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padariya
According to the 2011 Census, Padariya village had a total population of 647 people, including 340 males and 307 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.16%, with male literacy at 96.38% and female literacy at 74.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 647 | 340 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 293 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 47 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Padariya
Padariya 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 Padariya
Padariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jambusar to Padariya is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Padariya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padariya
Where is Padariya located?
Padariya village is located in Vagra Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padariya?
Padariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padariya?
The pincode of Padariya is 392140.
What is the population of Padariya?
Padariya had a total population of 647, including 340 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Padariya?
Padariya had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padariya was 86.16%. Male literacy was 96.38% and female literacy was 74.82%.