Padvadar

Padvadar is a village located in Gadhada taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhada (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Padvadar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Padvadar unique in its vibrant Gadhada-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Padvadar’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 Padvadar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padvadar is 516155. The village spans a total geographical area of 915.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364730. Gadhada is nearest town to Padvadar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Padvadar 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 Gadhada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Padvadar

According to the 2011 Census, Padvadar has a total population of about 1,945, with approximately 965 males and 980 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 252 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.25%, with male literacy at about 64.56% and female literacy near 52.04%. There are around 380 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padvadar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,945 965 980
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 252 123 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 22 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,133 623 510
Illiterate Population 812 342 470

Connectivity of Padvadar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padvadar. As per the 2011 stats, Padvadar 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 Padvadar

Knowing the nearby villages of Padvadar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padvadar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Padvadar

Where is Padvadar located?
Padvadar village is situated in Gadhada Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padvadar?
Padvadar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Padvadar?
The pincode of Padvadar is 364730, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padvadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padvadar is 1,945, with 965 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Padvadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padvadar village has a total of 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padvadar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padvadar is 58.25%. The male literacy rate is 64.56%, while the female literacy rate is 52.04%.