Padal - Galteshwar, Kheda
Padal is a village situated in the Galteshwar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Thasra and around 62 km from Nadiad. Padal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padal is 517698. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.96 hectares and falls under the 388235 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Padal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padal
As per Census 2011, Padal village has a total population of 4,542 people, consisting of 2,360 males and 2,182 females. The village has 805 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,001 literate and 1,541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,542 | 2,360 | 2,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 345 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 217 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,001 | 1,810 | 1,191 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,541 | 550 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Padal
Padal 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 Padal
Padal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balasinor to Padal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Padal is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padal
Where is Padal located?
Padal village is located in Galteshwar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padal?
Padal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padal?
The pincode of Padal is 388235.
What is the population of Padal?
Padal has a total population of 4,542, including 2,360 males and 2,182 females.
How many households are there in Padal?
There are 805 households in Padal.
What is the literacy rate in Padal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padal is 66.07%. Male literacy is 76.69% and female literacy is 54.58%.