Ghoda - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Ghoda is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Viramgam and around 80 km from Ahmadabad. Ghoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoda is 511550. The village covers a total geographical area of 1787.59 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghoda 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 Ghoda
As per Census 2011, Ghoda village has a total population of 3,739 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,802 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 2,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,739 | 1,937 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 333 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 457 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 1,044 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,065 | 893 | 1,172 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoda
Ghoda 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 Ghoda
Ghoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Viramgam to Ghoda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Ghoda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoda 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 Ghoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoda 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 Ghoda
Where is Ghoda located?
Ghoda village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoda?
Ghoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoda?
The pincode of Ghoda is 382150.
What is the population of Ghoda?
Ghoda has a total population of 3,739, including 1,937 males and 1,802 females.
How many households are there in Ghoda?
There are 681 households in Ghoda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoda is 44.77%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 34.96%.