Padiwada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Padiwada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Padiwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiwada is 512076. The village covers a total geographical area of 1722.03 hectares and falls under the 363780 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Padiwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padiwada
As per Census 2011, Padiwada village has a total population of 1,395 people, consisting of 730 males and 665 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 730 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padiwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 730 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 448 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 282 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Padiwada
Padiwada 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 Padiwada
Public transport in the Padiwada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Padiwada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Padiwada is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Padiwada is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padiwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiwada 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 Padiwada
Where is Padiwada located?
Padiwada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padiwada?
Padiwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padiwada?
The pincode of Padiwada is 363780.
What is the population of Padiwada?
Padiwada has a total population of 1,395, including 730 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Padiwada?
There are 286 households in Padiwada.
What is the literacy rate in Padiwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiwada is 47.67%. Male literacy is 61.37% and female literacy is 32.63%.