Tikar-Padardi - Vanthali, Junagadh
Tikar-Padardi is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Tikar-Padardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikar-Padardi is 514424. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.06 hectares and falls under the 362610 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tikar-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 Tikar-Padardi
According to the 2011 Census, Tikar-Padardi village had a total population of 2,709 people, including 1,397 males and 1,312 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.00%, with male literacy at 79.35% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326.
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 | 2,709 | 1,397 | 1,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 172 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 171 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 972 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 425 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Tikar-Padardi
Tikar-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 Tikar-Padardi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tikar-Padardi.
| 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 Manavadar to Tikar-Padardi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Tikar-Padardi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikar-Padardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikar-Padardi 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 Tikar-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 Tikar-Padardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikar-Padardi
Where is Tikar-Padardi located?
Tikar-Padardi village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikar-Padardi?
Tikar-Padardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikar-Padardi?
The pincode of Tikar-Padardi is 362610.
What is the population of Tikar-Padardi?
Tikar-Padardi had a total population of 2,709, including 1,397 males and 1,312 females.
How many households are there in Tikar-Padardi?
Tikar-Padardi had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikar-Padardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikar-Padardi was 71.00%. Male literacy was 79.35% and female literacy was 62.18%.