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. Padan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Padan village had a total population of 2,059 people, including 1,079 males and 980 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.27%, with male literacy at 63.71% and female literacy at 35.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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?
Padan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padan?
The pincode of Padan is 385575.
What is the population of Padan?
Padan had a total population of 2,059, including 1,079 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Padan?
Padan had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padan was 50.27%. Male literacy was 63.71% and female literacy was 35.63%.