Padapadar - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Padapadar is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Una and around 165 km from Junagadh. Padapadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padapadar is 515276. The village covers a total geographical area of 918.82 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Padapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Padapadar village had a total population of 2,741 people, including 1,405 males and 1,336 females, living in 508 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378.
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 | 2,741 | 1,405 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 228 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 205 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 909 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,217 | 496 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Padapadar
Padapadar 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 Padapadar
Padapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padapadar.
| 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 Una to Padapadar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Padapadar is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padapadar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padapadar
Where is Padapadar located?
Padapadar village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padapadar?
Padapadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padapadar?
The pincode of Padapadar is 362565.
What is the population of Padapadar?
Padapadar had a total population of 2,741, including 1,405 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Padapadar?
Padapadar had 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padapadar was 65.80%. Male literacy was 77.23% and female literacy was 53.99%.