Paradva - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Paradva is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Paradva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paradva is 514165. The village covers a total geographical area of 1998.52 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paradva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paradva
As per Census 2011, Paradva village has a total population of 1,578 people, consisting of 830 males and 748 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paradva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,578 | 830 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 119 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 460 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 370 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Paradva
Paradva 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 Paradva
Paradva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Paradva is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Paradva is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paradva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paradva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paradva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paradva 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paradva
Where is Paradva located?
Paradva village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paradva?
Paradva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paradva?
The pincode of Paradva is 360490.
What is the population of Paradva?
Paradva has a total population of 1,578, including 830 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Paradva?
There are 348 households in Paradva.
What is the literacy rate in Paradva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paradva is 49.81%. Male literacy is 55.42% and female literacy is 43.58%.