Ghodatankani - Danta, Banas Kantha
Ghodatankani is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sembalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodatankani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodatankani is 507823. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.42 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ghodatankani 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 Ghodatankani
According to the 2011 Census, Ghodatankani village had a total population of 277 people, including 135 males and 142 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.14%, with male literacy at 16.35% and female literacy at 19.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 118 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodatankani
Ghodatankani 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 Ghodatankani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ghodatankani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Ghodatankani is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ghodatankani is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodatankani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodatankani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghodatankani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodatankani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghodatankani
Where is Ghodatankani located?
Ghodatankani village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghodatankani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodatankani is Sembalpani.
What is the pincode of Ghodatankani?
The pincode of Ghodatankani is 385110.
What is the population of Ghodatankani?
Ghodatankani had a total population of 277, including 135 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Ghodatankani?
Ghodatankani had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodatankani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodatankani was 18.14%. Male literacy was 16.35% and female literacy was 19.82%.