Padapan
About Padapan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Padapan village is 516374. Padapan village is located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Padapan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 901.82 hectares. Padapan has a total population of 1,093 peoples, out of which male population is 554 while female population is 539. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of padapan village is 62.03% out of which 71.48% males and 52.32% females are literate. There are about 224 houses in padapan village. Pincode of padapan village locality is 364230.
When it comes to administration, Padapan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Padapan village comes under Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Sihor is nearest town to padapan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Padapan
The population details of Padapan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,093 | 554 | 539 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 396 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 158 | 257 |
Connectivity of Padapan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Padapan
Where is Padapan located?
Padapan village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padapan?
Padapan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Padapan?
The pincode of Padapan is 364230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padapan is 1,093, with 554 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Padapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padapan village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padapan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padapan is 62.03%. The male literacy rate is 71.48%, while the female literacy rate is 52.32%.