Padave - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Padave is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Padave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padave is 566716. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.3 hectares and falls under the 416534 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Padave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padave
As per Census 2011, Padave village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 582 males and 650 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 582 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 510 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 72 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Padave
Padave 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 Padave
Padave is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Padave.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Padave is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Padave is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padave village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padave
Where is Padave located?
Padave village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padave?
Padave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padave?
The pincode of Padave is 416534.
What is the population of Padave?
Padave has a total population of 1,232, including 582 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Padave?
There are 296 households in Padave.
What is the literacy rate in Padave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padave is 81.01%. Male literacy is 87.63% and female literacy is 75.08%.