Padruka - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Padruka is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Sutrapada and around 110 km from Junagadh. Padruka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padruka is 515084. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.18 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padruka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padruka
According to the 2011 Census, Padruka village had a total population of 1,001 people, including 519 males and 482 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 60.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 1,001 | 519 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 401 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 118 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Padruka
Padruka 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 Padruka
Public transport in the Padruka 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 Sutrapada to Padruka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Padruka is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padruka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padruka 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 Padruka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padruka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padruka
Where is Padruka located?
Padruka village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padruka?
Padruka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padruka?
The pincode of Padruka is 362275.
What is the population of Padruka?
Padruka had a total population of 1,001, including 519 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Padruka?
Padruka had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padruka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padruka was 75.08%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 60.51%.