Padalde - Malegaon, Nashik
Padalde is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Padalde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalde is 550283. The village covers a total geographical area of 3398 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Padalde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padalde
As per Census 2011, Padalde village has a total population of 2,599 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,263 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,829 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padalde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,599 | 1,336 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 173 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 337 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,040 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 296 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Padalde
Padalde is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dapur | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Sherul | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Roze | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Sajvahal | West | 4.51 km |
| Bhilkot | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Kalwadi | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Dahiwal | South-West | 6.41 km |
| Chinchagavhan | South | 6.56 km |
| Deoghat | East | 6.64 km |
| Palasdare | North-East | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padalde
Padalde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 km.
| 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 Malegaon to Padalde is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Padalde is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padalde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padalde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padalde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padalde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padalde
Where is Padalde located?
Padalde village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padalde?
Padalde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padalde?
The pincode of Padalde is 423105.
What is the population of Padalde?
Padalde has a total population of 2,599, including 1,336 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Padalde?
There are 562 households in Padalde.
What is the literacy rate in Padalde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padalde is 70.37%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 62.47%.