Padvala - Upleta, Rajkot
Padvala is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Padvala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padvala is 513323. The village covers a total geographical area of 2189.12 hectares and falls under the 360480 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Padvala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padvala
According to the 2011 Census, Padvala village had a total population of 1,820 people, including 961 males and 859 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 55.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 1,820 | 961 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 142 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 597 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 364 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Padvala
Padvala 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 Padvala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padvala. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Padvala.
| 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 Bhayavadar to Padvala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Padvala is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padvala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padvala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padvala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padvala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padvala
Where is Padvala located?
Padvala village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padvala?
Padvala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padvala?
The pincode of Padvala is 360480.
What is the population of Padvala?
Padvala had a total population of 1,820, including 961 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Padvala?
Padvala had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padvala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padvala was 64.52%. Male literacy was 72.89% and female literacy was 55.39%.