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
According to the 2011 Census, Tad village had a total population of 3,947 people, including 2,012 males and 1,935 females, living in 705 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 55.15%. 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 | 3,947 | 2,012 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 289 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,947, including 2,012 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Tad?
Tad had 705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tad was 67.51%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 55.15%.