Pada - Umarpada, Surat
Pada is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Pada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pada is 523898. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.25 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pada
According to the 2011 Census, Pada village had a total population of 528 people, including 276 males and 252 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.51%, with male literacy at 87.92% and female literacy at 72.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 524.
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 | 528 | 276 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 275 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 211 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 65 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Pada
Pada 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 Pada
Public transport in the Pada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Pada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Pada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pada 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 Pada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pada
Where is Pada located?
Pada village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pada?
Pada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pada?
The pincode of Pada is 394440.
What is the population of Pada?
Pada had a total population of 528, including 276 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Pada?
Pada had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pada was 80.51%. Male literacy was 87.92% and female literacy was 72.69%.