Padardi - Manavadar, Junagadh
Padardi is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Padardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padardi is 514402. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.42 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Padardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padardi
According to the 2011 Census, Padardi village had a total population of 1,294 people, including 663 males and 631 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 85.55% and female literacy at 59.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 1,294 | 663 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 119 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 521 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 142 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Padardi
Padardi 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 Padardi
Padardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padardi.
| 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 Bantwa to Padardi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Padardi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padardi
Where is Padardi located?
Padardi village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padardi?
Padardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padardi?
The pincode of Padardi is 362630.
What is the population of Padardi?
Padardi had a total population of 1,294, including 663 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Padardi?
Padardi had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padardi was 72.77%. Male literacy was 85.55% and female literacy was 59.01%.