Padan - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Padan is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Vav and around 126 km from Palanpur. Golap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padan is 507414. The village covers a total geographical area of 1683.55 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Padan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padan
As per Census 2011, Padan village has a total population of 2,059 people, consisting of 1,079 males and 980 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,079 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 211 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 553 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 526 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Padan
Padan 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 Padan
Padan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Padan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Padan is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padan 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 Padan
Where is Padan located?
Padan village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padan?
The Gram Panchayat of Padan is Golap.
What is the pincode of Padan?
The pincode of Padan is 385575.
What is the population of Padan?
Padan has a total population of 2,059, including 1,079 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Padan?
There are 349 households in Padan.
What is the literacy rate in Padan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padan is 40.65%. Male literacy is 51.25% and female literacy is 28.98%.