Paldi - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Paldi is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Paldi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldi is 516447. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.87 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paldi
According to the 2011 Census, Paldi village had a total population of 1,347 people, including 681 males and 666 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.73%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 53.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,347 | 681 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 103 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 461 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 220 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Paldi
Paldi 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 Paldi
Public transport in the Paldi 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 Gariadhar to Paldi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Paldi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paldi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paldi
Where is Paldi located?
Paldi village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paldi?
Paldi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paldi?
The pincode of Paldi is 364505.
What is the population of Paldi?
Paldi had a total population of 1,347, including 681 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Paldi?
Paldi had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldi was 66.73%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 53.37%.