Gangva - Danta, Banas Kantha
Gangva is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Gangva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangva is 507934. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.92 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gangva 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 Gangva
As per Census 2011, Gangva village has a total population of 2,080 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,022 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,396 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,080 | 1,058 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 145 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,396 | 828 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 230 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Gangva
Gangva 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 Gangva
Public transport in the Gangva is mainly available through bus 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 Gangva is about 42 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 Gangva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangva 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangva
Where is Gangva located?
Gangva village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangva?
Gangva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangva?
The pincode of Gangva is 385120.
What is the population of Gangva?
Gangva has a total population of 2,080, including 1,058 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Gangva?
There are 402 households in Gangva.
What is the literacy rate in Gangva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangva is 67.12%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 55.58%.