Sarapdad - Paddhari, Rajkot
Sarapdad is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Sarapdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapdad is 512903. The village covers a total geographical area of 2964.94 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarapdad 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 Sarapdad
As per Census 2011, Sarapdad village has a total population of 4,826 people, consisting of 2,462 males and 2,364 females. The village has 1,007 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,256 literate and 1,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapdad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,826 | 2,462 | 2,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 273 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 345 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,256 | 1,833 | 1,423 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,570 | 629 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapdad
Sarapdad 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 Sarapdad
Sarapdad 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 Sarapdad.
| 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 Paddhari to Sarapdad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sarapdad is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapdad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarapdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapdad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarapdad
Where is Sarapdad located?
Sarapdad village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapdad?
Sarapdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarapdad?
The pincode of Sarapdad is 360110.
What is the population of Sarapdad?
Sarapdad has a total population of 4,826, including 2,462 males and 2,364 females.
How many households are there in Sarapdad?
There are 1,007 households in Sarapdad.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapdad is 67.47%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 60.19%.