Padapan - Gadhada, Botad
Padapan is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Gadhada and around 73 km from Bhavnagar. Padapan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padapan is 516171. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.5 hectares and falls under the 364730 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Padapan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padapan
According to the 2011 Census, Padapan village had a total population of 466 people, including 230 males and 236 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.02%, with male literacy at 91.94% and female literacy at 66.51%.
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 | 466 | 230 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 194 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 36 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Padapan
Padapan 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 Padapan
Padapan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padapan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Padapan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Padapan is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padapan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padapan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padapan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padapan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padapan
Where is Padapan located?
Padapan village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padapan?
Padapan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padapan?
The pincode of Padapan is 364730.
What is the population of Padapan?
Padapan had a total population of 466, including 230 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Padapan?
Padapan had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padapan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padapan was 79.02%. Male literacy was 91.94% and female literacy was 66.51%.