Tad - Una, Gir Somnath
Tad is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Una and around 186 km from Junagadh. Tad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tad is 515355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.75 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tad
As per Census 2011, Tad village has a total population of 3,947 people, consisting of 2,012 males and 1,935 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,277 literate and 1,670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,947 | 2,012 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 289 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 2,277 | 1,367 | 910 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 645 | 1,025 |
Nearby Villages of Tad
Tad 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 Tad
Tad 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 Tad.
| 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 Tad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Tad is about 186 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 Tad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tad 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 Tad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tad
Where is Tad located?
Tad village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tad?
Tad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tad?
The pincode of Tad is 362510.
What is the population of Tad?
Tad has a total population of 3,947, including 2,012 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Tad?
There are 705 households in Tad.
What is the literacy rate in Tad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tad is 57.69%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 47.03%.