Gadh (Mahudi) - Danta, Banas Kantha
Gadh (Mahudi) is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Mahudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadh (Mahudi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadh (Mahudi) is 507947. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.34 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gadh (Mahudi) 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 Gadh (Mahudi)
As per Census 2011, Gadh (Mahudi) village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 383 males and 345 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadh (Mahudi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 383 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 222 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 161 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Gadh (Mahudi)
Gadh (Mahudi) 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 Gadh (Mahudi)
Gadh (Mahudi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Gadh (Mahudi) is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadh (Mahudi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadh (Mahudi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadh (Mahudi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadh (Mahudi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadh (Mahudi)
Where is Gadh (Mahudi) located?
Gadh (Mahudi) village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadh (Mahudi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadh (Mahudi) is Mahudi.
What is the pincode of Gadh (Mahudi)?
The pincode of Gadh (Mahudi) is 385120.
What is the population of Gadh (Mahudi)?
Gadh (Mahudi) has a total population of 728, including 383 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Gadh (Mahudi)?
There are 154 households in Gadh (Mahudi).
What is the literacy rate in Gadh (Mahudi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadh (Mahudi) is 50.41%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 42.03%.