Radad - Paddhari, Rajkot
Radad is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Radad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radad is 512908. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.88 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Radad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radad
As per Census 2011, Radad village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 259 males and 225 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 130 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 259 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 198 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Radad
Radad 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 Radad
Radad 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 Radad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Paddhari to Radad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Radad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radad 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 Radad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radad 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 Radad
Where is Radad located?
Radad village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radad?
Radad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Radad?
The pincode of Radad is 360110.
What is the population of Radad?
Radad has a total population of 484, including 259 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Radad?
There are 80 households in Radad.
What is the literacy rate in Radad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radad is 73.14%. Male literacy is 76.45% and female literacy is 69.33%.