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
As per Census 2011, Ganchhera village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 225 males and 194 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 170 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganchhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 225 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 36 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 419, including 225 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Ganchhera?
There are 87 households in Ganchhera.
What is the literacy rate in Ganchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganchhera is 59.43%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 50.00%.