Padar - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Padar is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Bhinmal and around 70 km from Jalor. Gajapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padar is 089421. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 307515 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Padar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padar
According to the 2011 Census, Padar village had a total population of 763 people, including 388 males and 375 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.01%, with male literacy at 60.50% and female literacy at 22.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 763 | 388 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 104 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 193 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 195 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Padar
Padar 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 Padar
Padar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Padar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Padar 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 Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padar 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 Padar
Where is Padar located?
Padar village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padar is Gajapura.
What is the pincode of Padar?
The pincode of Padar is 307515.
What is the population of Padar?
Padar had a total population of 763, including 388 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Padar?
Padar had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padar was 42.01%. Male literacy was 60.50% and female literacy was 22.80%.