Paldi - Una, Gir Somnath
Paldi is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Una and around 185 km from Junagadh. Paldi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldi is 515356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1383.8 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paldi 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 Paldi
As per Census 2011, Paldi village has a total population of 5,379 people, consisting of 2,794 males and 2,585 females. The village has 961 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 871 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,742 literate and 2,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paldi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,379 | 2,794 | 2,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 457 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 173 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 2,742 | 1,666 | 1,076 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,637 | 1,128 | 1,509 |
Nearby Villages of Paldi
Paldi 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 Paldi
Public transport in the Paldi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paldi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Una to Paldi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Paldi is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paldi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paldi
Where is Paldi located?
Paldi village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paldi?
Paldi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paldi?
The pincode of Paldi is 362510.
What is the population of Paldi?
Paldi has a total population of 5,379, including 2,794 males and 2,585 females.
How many households are there in Paldi?
There are 961 households in Paldi.
What is the literacy rate in Paldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldi is 50.98%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 41.62%.