Gadha - Modasa, Arvalli
Gadha is a village situated in the Modasa taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Modasa and around 50 km from Himatnagar. Gadha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadha is 510781. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.66 hectares and falls under the 383316 pincode. Modasa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gadha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadha
As per Census 2011, Gadha village has a total population of 1,937 people, consisting of 997 males and 940 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,937 | 997 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 123 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 800 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 197 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Gadha
Gadha 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 Gadha
Gadha 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 Modasa to Gadha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Gadha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadha 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 Gadha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadha 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadha
Where is Gadha located?
Gadha village is located in Modasa Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadha?
Gadha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadha?
The pincode of Gadha is 383316.
What is the population of Gadha?
Gadha has a total population of 1,937, including 997 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Gadha?
There are 391 households in Gadha.
What is the literacy rate in Gadha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadha is 69.23%. Male literacy is 80.24% and female literacy is 57.55%.