Patidad - Gondal, Rajkot
Patidad is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Patidad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patidad is 513236. The village covers a total geographical area of 1411.68 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patidad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patidad
According to the 2011 Census, Patidad village had a total population of 2,481 people, including 1,275 males and 1,206 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.06%, with male literacy at 90.40% and female literacy at 73.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 471, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,481 | 1,275 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 108 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 239 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,055 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 220 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Patidad
Patidad 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 Patidad
Patidad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patidad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Patidad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Patidad is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patidad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patidad 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 Patidad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patidad 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 Patidad
Where is Patidad located?
Patidad village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patidad?
Patidad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patidad?
The pincode of Patidad is 360311.
What is the population of Patidad?
Patidad had a total population of 2,481, including 1,275 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Patidad?
Patidad had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patidad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patidad was 82.06%. Male literacy was 90.40% and female literacy was 73.35%.