Padhora - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Padhora is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Padhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padhora is 518786. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.99 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Padhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padhora
According to the 2011 Census, Padhora village had a total population of 3,568 people, including 1,819 males and 1,749 females, living in 543 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.13%, with male literacy at 66.88% and female literacy at 42.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,635.
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 | 3,568 | 1,819 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 291 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,635 | 1,315 | 1,320 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 1,022 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,928 | 797 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Padhora
Padhora 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 Padhora
Public transport in the Padhora is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Padhora is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Padhora is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padhora 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padhora
Where is Padhora located?
Padhora village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padhora?
Padhora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padhora?
The pincode of Padhora is 389380.
What is the population of Padhora?
Padhora had a total population of 3,568, including 1,819 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Padhora?
Padhora had 543 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padhora was 55.13%. Male literacy was 66.88% and female literacy was 42.71%.