Ghantiyan
Ghantiyan is a village located in Bagasara taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bagasara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Ghantiyan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghantiyan unique in its vibrant Bagasara-Amreli region. You’ll see Ghantiyan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghantiyan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghantiyan is 515649. The village spans a total geographical area of 726.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365630. Bagasara is nearest town to Ghantiyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghantiyan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghantiyan
Population of Ghantiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantiyan has a total population of about 1,007, with approximately 512 males and 495 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.23%, with male literacy at about 72.07% and female literacy near 62.22%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghantiyan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 512 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 677 | 369 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 143 | 187 |
Connectivity of Ghantiyan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghantiyan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghantiyan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghantiyan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghantiyan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghantiyan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghantiyan
- Where is Ghantiyan located?
- Ghantiyan village is situated in Bagasara Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghantiyan?
- Ghantiyan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghantiyan?
- The pincode of Ghantiyan is 365630, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghantiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghantiyan is 1,007, with 512 males and 495 females.
- How many households are there in Ghantiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghantiyan village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghantiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghantiyan is 67.23%. The male literacy rate is 72.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.22%.