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
According to the 2011 Census, Padariya village had a total population of 713 people, including 360 males and 353 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.04%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 72.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 713 | 360 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 713, including 360 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Padariya?
Padariya had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padariya was 78.04%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 72.29%.