Padva - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Padva is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Padva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padva is 516310. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.13 hectares and falls under the 364050 pincode. Ghogha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Padva 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 Padva
According to the 2011 Census, Padva village had a total population of 2,348 people, including 1,214 males and 1,134 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.24%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 80.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,348 | 1,214 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 164 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,767 | 940 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 274 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Padva
Padva 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 Padva
Public transport in the Padva 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 Ghogha to Padva is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Padva is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padva 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 Padva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padva 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 Padva
Where is Padva located?
Padva village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padva?
Padva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padva?
The pincode of Padva is 364050.
What is the population of Padva?
Padva had a total population of 2,348, including 1,214 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Padva?
Padva had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padva was 85.24%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 80.84%.