Padana - Lalpur, Jamnagar
Padana is a village situated in the Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Navaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padana is 513871. The village covers a total geographical area of 2105.61 hectares and falls under the 361280 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Padana 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 Padana
As per Census 2011, Padana village has a total population of 4,541 people, consisting of 2,314 males and 2,227 females. The village has 857 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 683 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,625 literate and 1,916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Padana
Padana 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 Padana
Padana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Padana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Padana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padana
Where is Padana located?
Padana village is located in Lalpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padana?
The Gram Panchayat of Padana is Navaniya.
What is the pincode of Padana?
The pincode of Padana is 361280.
What is the population of Padana?
Padana has a total population of 4,541, including 2,314 males and 2,227 females.
How many households are there in Padana?
There are 857 households in Padana.
What is the literacy rate in Padana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padana is 57.81%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 49.12%.