Gambhira - Anklav, Anand
Gambhira is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Gambhira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gambhira is 517157. The village covers a total geographical area of 1567.14 hectares and falls under the 388520 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gambhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gambhira
As per Census 2011, Gambhira village has a total population of 7,939 people, consisting of 4,202 males and 3,737 females. The village has 1,595 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 880 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,921 literate and 2,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gambhira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,939 | 4,202 | 3,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 880 | 456 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 214 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,921 | 3,460 | 2,461 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,018 | 742 | 1,276 |
Nearby Villages of Gambhira
Gambhira 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 Gambhira
Gambhira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gambhira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklav to Gambhira is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Gambhira is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gambhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gambhira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gambhira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gambhira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gambhira
Where is Gambhira located?
Gambhira village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gambhira?
Gambhira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gambhira?
The pincode of Gambhira is 388520.
What is the population of Gambhira?
Gambhira has a total population of 7,939, including 4,202 males and 3,737 females.
How many households are there in Gambhira?
There are 1,595 households in Gambhira.
What is the literacy rate in Gambhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gambhira is 74.58%. Male literacy is 82.34% and female literacy is 65.85%.