Juna Padar - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Juna Padar is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Palitana and around 84 km from Bhavnagar. Juna Padar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juna Padar is 516552. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.61 hectares and falls under the 364510 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juna Padar
As per Census 2011, Juna Padar village has a total population of 2,242 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,096 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,397 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juna Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,242 | 1,146 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 171 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 850 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 296 | 549 |
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 Palitana to Juna Padar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Juna Padar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 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 Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juna Padar?
Juna Padar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juna Padar?
The pincode of Juna Padar is 364510.
What is the population of Juna Padar?
Juna Padar has a total population of 2,242, including 1,146 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Juna Padar?
There are 337 households in Juna Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Juna Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juna Padar is 62.31%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 49.91%.