Padusma - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Padusma is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Padusma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padusma is 511202. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.93 hectares and falls under the 382810 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padusma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padusma
As per Census 2011, Padusma village has a total population of 3,141 people, consisting of 1,570 males and 1,571 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,398 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padusma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,141 | 1,570 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 149 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 3 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,286 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 284 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Padusma
Padusma 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 Padusma
Padusma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padusma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Padusma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Padusma is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padusma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padusma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padusma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padusma 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padusma
Where is Padusma located?
Padusma village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padusma?
Padusma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padusma?
The pincode of Padusma is 382810.
What is the population of Padusma?
Padusma has a total population of 3,141, including 1,570 males and 1,571 females.
How many households are there in Padusma?
There are 677 households in Padusma.
What is the literacy rate in Padusma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padusma is 76.35%. Male literacy is 81.91% and female literacy is 70.78%.