Ganguwada - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Ganguwada is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ganguvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganguwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganguwada is 507704. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.81 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ganguwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganguwada
As per Census 2011, Ganguwada village has a total population of 1,142 people, consisting of 606 males and 536 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganguwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,142 | 606 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 328 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 278 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Ganguwada
Ganguwada 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 Ganguwada
Ganguwada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Ganguwada is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ganguwada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganguwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganguwada 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 Ganguwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganguwada 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 Ganguwada
Where is Ganguwada located?
Ganguwada village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganguwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganguwada is Ganguvada.
What is the pincode of Ganguwada?
The pincode of Ganguwada is 385505.
What is the population of Ganguwada?
Ganguwada has a total population of 1,142, including 606 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Ganguwada?
There are 215 households in Ganguwada.
What is the literacy rate in Ganguwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganguwada is 44.66%. Male literacy is 54.13% and female literacy is 33.96%.