Padvadar - Gadhada, Botad
Padvadar is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Gadhada and around 85 km from Bhavnagar. Padvadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padvadar is 516155. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.48 hectares and falls under the 364730 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padvadar 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 Padvadar
According to the 2011 Census, Padvadar village had a total population of 1,945 people, including 965 males and 980 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 59.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 1,945 | 965 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 123 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 623 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 342 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Padvadar
Padvadar 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 Padvadar
Public transport in the Padvadar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadhada to Padvadar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Padvadar is about 85 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 Padvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padvadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padvadar
Where is Padvadar located?
Padvadar village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padvadar?
Padvadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padvadar?
The pincode of Padvadar is 364730.
What is the population of Padvadar?
Padvadar had a total population of 1,945, including 965 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Padvadar?
Padvadar had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padvadar was 66.92%. Male literacy was 73.99% and female literacy was 59.93%.