Gadh - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Gadh is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadh is 508192. The village covers a total geographical area of 2202.85 hectares and falls under the 385515 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadh
As per Census 2011, Gadh village has a total population of 11,910 people, consisting of 6,051 males and 5,859 females. The village has 2,435 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,250 literate and 3,660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,910 | 6,051 | 5,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,246 | 677 | 569 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,228 | 622 | 606 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 251 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 8,250 | 4,714 | 3,536 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,660 | 1,337 | 2,323 |
Nearby Villages of Gadh
Gadh 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 Gadh
Gadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Palanpur to Gadh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadh 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gadh
Where is Gadh located?
Gadh village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadh?
Gadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadh?
The pincode of Gadh is 385515.
What is the population of Gadh?
Gadh has a total population of 11,910, including 6,051 males and 5,859 females.
How many households are there in Gadh?
There are 2,435 households in Gadh.
What is the literacy rate in Gadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadh is 69.27%. Male literacy is 77.90% and female literacy is 60.35%.