Padardi - Ranavav, Porbandar
Padardi is a village situated in the Ranavav taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranavav and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Padardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padardi is 514264. The village covers a total geographical area of 1823.42 hectares and falls under the 360570 pincode. Ranavav is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Padardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padardi
According to the 2011 Census, Padardi village had a total population of 704 people, including 365 males and 339 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.13%, with male literacy at 90.66% and female literacy at 66.77%.
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 | 704 | 365 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 301 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 64 | 132 |
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 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 Ranavav to Padardi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Padardi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Ranavav Taluka, Porbandar 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 360570.
What is the population of Padardi?
Padardi had a total population of 704, including 365 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Padardi?
Padardi had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padardi was 79.13%. Male literacy was 90.66% and female literacy was 66.77%.