Ghelda - Detroj-Rampura, Ahmedabad
Ghelda is a village situated in the Detroj-Rampura taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Detroj and around 75 km from Ahmadabad. Ghelda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghelda is 511465. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.92 hectares and falls under the 382145 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ghelda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghelda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghelda village had a total population of 948 people, including 503 males and 445 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 948 | 503 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 404 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 99 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Ghelda
Ghelda 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 Ghelda
Ghelda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Ghelda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Ghelda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Ghelda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghelda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghelda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghelda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghelda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghelda
Where is Ghelda located?
Ghelda village is located in Detroj-Rampura Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghelda?
Ghelda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghelda?
The pincode of Ghelda is 382145.
What is the population of Ghelda?
Ghelda had a total population of 948, including 503 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Ghelda?
Ghelda had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghelda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghelda was 78.03%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 67.31%.