Padana

Padana is a village located in Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Lalpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Padana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Padana unique in its vibrant Lalpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Padana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Padana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padana is 513871. The village spans a total geographical area of 2105.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361280. Khambhalia is nearest town to Padana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Padana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Padana

According to the 2011 Census, Padana has a total population of about 4,541, with approximately 2,314 males and 2,227 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 683 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 742 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.81%, with male literacy at about 66.16% and female literacy near 49.12%. There are around 857 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,541 2,314 2,227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 683 365 318
Scheduled Castes (SC) 742 377 365
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 6 8
Literate Population 2,625 1,531 1,094
Illiterate Population 1,916 783 1,133

Connectivity of Padana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padana. As per the 2011 stats, Padana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Padana

Knowing the nearby villages of Padana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Padana

Where is Padana located?
Padana village is situated in Lalpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padana?
Padana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Padana?
The pincode of Padana is 361280, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padana is 4,541, with 2,314 males and 2,227 females.
How many households are there in Padana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padana village has a total of 857 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padana is 57.81%. The male literacy rate is 66.16%, while the female literacy rate is 49.12%.