Juna Padar - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Juna Padar is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Valukad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juna Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juna Padar is 516297. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.54 hectares and falls under the 364060 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Juna Padar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juna Padar
According to the 2011 Census, Juna Padar village had a total population of 1,094 people, including 570 males and 524 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.25%, with male literacy at 81.57% and female literacy at 54.49%.
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 | 1,094 | 570 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 98 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 385 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 185 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Juna Padar
Juna Padar 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 Juna Padar
Public transport in the Juna Padar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavnagar to Juna Padar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juna Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juna Padar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Juna Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juna Padar 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 Juna Padar
Where is Juna Padar located?
Juna Padar village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juna Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Juna Padar is Valukad.
What is the pincode of Juna Padar?
The pincode of Juna Padar is 364060.
What is the population of Juna Padar?
Juna Padar had a total population of 1,094, including 570 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Juna Padar?
Juna Padar had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juna Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juna Padar was 68.25%. Male literacy was 81.57% and female literacy was 54.49%.