Ganchhera - Danta, Banas Kantha
Ganchhera is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Velvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganchhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganchhera is 507900. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.44 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ganchhera 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 Ganchhera
According to the 2011 Census, Ganchhera village had a total population of 419 people, including 225 males and 194 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.03%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 54.80%.
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 | 419 | 225 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 36 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 152 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 73 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Ganchhera
Ganchhera 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 Ganchhera
Ganchhera 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 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 Ganchhera is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganchhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganchhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganchhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganchhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganchhera
Where is Ganchhera located?
Ganchhera village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganchhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganchhera is Velvada.
What is the pincode of Ganchhera?
The pincode of Ganchhera is 385120.
What is the population of Ganchhera?
Ganchhera had a total population of 419, including 225 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Ganchhera?
Ganchhera had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganchhera was 68.03%. Male literacy was 80.42% and female literacy was 54.80%.