Ghoda - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Ghoda is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ganji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoda is 507797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291.94 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ghoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoda village had a total population of 1,899 people, including 957 males and 942 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.15%, with male literacy at 50.94% and female literacy at 31.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,837.
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 | 1,899 | 957 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 268 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,837 | 925 | 912 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 351 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 606 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoda
Ghoda 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 Ghoda
Ghoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palanpur to Ghoda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoda
Where is Ghoda located?
Ghoda village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoda is Ganji.
What is the pincode of Ghoda?
The pincode of Ghoda is 385001.
What is the population of Ghoda?
Ghoda had a total population of 1,899, including 957 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Ghoda?
Ghoda had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoda was 41.15%. Male literacy was 50.94% and female literacy was 31.29%.