Padla - Shankheshvar, Patan
Padla is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Sami and around 65 km from Patan. Padla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padla is 509058. The village covers a total geographical area of 3059.49 hectares and falls under the 384246 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Padla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padla
According to the 2011 Census, Padla village had a total population of 3,715 people, including 1,928 males and 1,787 females, living in 687 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.48%, with male literacy at 71.73% and female literacy at 52.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409.
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 | 3,715 | 1,928 | 1,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 315 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 208 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,962 | 1,157 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,753 | 771 | 982 |
Nearby Villages of Padla
Padla 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 Padla
Public transport in the Padla is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harij to Padla is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Padla is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padla 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 Padla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padla
Where is Padla located?
Padla village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padla?
Padla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padla?
The pincode of Padla is 384246.
What is the population of Padla?
Padla had a total population of 3,715, including 1,928 males and 1,787 females.
How many households are there in Padla?
Padla had 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padla was 62.48%. Male literacy was 71.73% and female literacy was 52.72%.