Ghada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Ghada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ghada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghada is 508262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.34 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghada
As per Census 2011, Ghada village has a total population of 2,971 people, consisting of 1,518 males and 1,453 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,971 | 1,518 | 1,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 266 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 874 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 644 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Ghada
Ghada 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 Ghada
Ghada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Ghada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Ghada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ghada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ghada
Where is Ghada located?
Ghada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghada?
Ghada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghada?
The pincode of Ghada is 385535.
What is the population of Ghada?
Ghada has a total population of 2,971, including 1,518 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Ghada?
There are 538 households in Ghada.
What is the literacy rate in Ghada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghada is 42.88%. Male literacy is 57.58% and female literacy is 27.53%.