Padel - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Padel is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Padel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padel is 566245. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314.55 hectares and falls under the 416804 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Padel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padel
As per Census 2011, Padel village has a total population of 3,673 people, consisting of 1,790 males and 1,883 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,919 literate and 754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,673 | 1,790 | 1,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 185 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 65 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,919 | 1,513 | 1,406 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 277 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Padel
Padel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pural | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Mohulgaon | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Nadan | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Tirlot | North | 3.24 km |
| Wada | South | 3.50 km |
| Hurshi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Saundale | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Thakurwadi | North | 4.33 km |
| Girye | West | 4.68 km |
| Virwadi | South-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padel
Padel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 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 Rajapur to Padel is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Padel 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 Padel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padel
Where is Padel located?
Padel village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padel?
Padel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padel?
The pincode of Padel is 416804.
What is the population of Padel?
Padel has a total population of 3,673, including 1,790 males and 1,883 females.
How many households are there in Padel?
There are 684 households in Padel.
What is the literacy rate in Padel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padel is 79.47%. Male literacy is 84.53% and female literacy is 74.67%.