Padariya - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Padariya is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Padariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padariya is 513306. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.45 hectares and falls under the 360440 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Padariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padariya
As per Census 2011, Padariya village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 360 males and 353 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 360 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 494 | 267 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 93 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Padariya
Padariya 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 Padariya
Padariya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Padariya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Padariya is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padariya
Where is Padariya located?
Padariya village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padariya?
Padariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padariya?
The pincode of Padariya is 360440.
What is the population of Padariya?
Padariya has a total population of 713, including 360 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Padariya?
There are 143 households in Padariya.
What is the literacy rate in Padariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padariya is 69.28%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 64.31%.