Padargadh - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Padargadh is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Padargadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padargadh is 516643. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.92 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padargadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padargadh
As per Census 2011, Padargadh village has a total population of 1,938 people, consisting of 992 males and 946 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,172 literate and 766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padargadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 992 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 694 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 298 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Padargadh
Padargadh 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 Padargadh
Padargadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talaja to Padargadh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Padargadh is about 77 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 Padargadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padargadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padargadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padargadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padargadh
Where is Padargadh located?
Padargadh village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padargadh?
Padargadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padargadh?
The pincode of Padargadh is 364130.
What is the population of Padargadh?
Padargadh has a total population of 1,938, including 992 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Padargadh?
There are 341 households in Padargadh.
What is the literacy rate in Padargadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padargadh is 60.47%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 50.53%.