Gigasan - Dhari, Amreli
Gigasan is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Gigasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gigasan is 515716. The village covers a total geographical area of 2025.38 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gigasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gigasan
According to the 2011 Census, Gigasan village had a total population of 2,595 people, including 1,336 males and 1,259 females, living in 533 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 66.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 2,595 | 1,336 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 140 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,715 | 946 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 390 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Gigasan
Gigasan 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 Gigasan
Gigasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gigasan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Gigasan is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Gigasan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gigasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gigasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gigasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gigasan 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 Gigasan
Where is Gigasan located?
Gigasan village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gigasan?
Gigasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gigasan?
The pincode of Gigasan is 365640.
What is the population of Gigasan?
Gigasan had a total population of 2,595, including 1,336 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Gigasan?
Gigasan had 533 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gigasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gigasan was 73.17%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 66.99%.