Garudi - Modasa, Arvalli
Garudi is a village situated in the Modasa taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Modasa and around 58 km from Himatnagar. Garudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garudi is 510821. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.08 hectares and falls under the 383310 pincode. Modasa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Garudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garudi
According to the 2011 Census, Garudi village had a total population of 1,352 people, including 680 males and 672 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.26%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 60.34%.
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 | 1,352 | 680 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 532 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 148 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Garudi
Garudi 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 Garudi
Garudi 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 Garudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Modasa to Garudi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Garudi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garudi
Where is Garudi located?
Garudi village is located in Modasa Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garudi?
Garudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garudi?
The pincode of Garudi is 383310.
What is the population of Garudi?
Garudi had a total population of 1,352, including 680 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Garudi?
Garudi had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudi was 75.26%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 60.34%.