Ghodiyal - Vadgam, Banas Kantha
Ghodiyal is a village situated in the Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ghodiyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodiyal is 508028. The village covers a total geographical area of 819 hectares and falls under the 385421 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghodiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodiyal
As per Census 2011, Ghodiyal village has a total population of 2,624 people, consisting of 1,317 males and 1,307 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,708 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodiyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,624 | 1,317 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,708 | 1,009 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 308 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodiyal
Ghodiyal 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 Ghodiyal
Ghodiyal 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 | No | Available within >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 Ghodiyal is about 25 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 Ghodiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodiyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghodiyal
Where is Ghodiyal located?
Ghodiyal village is located in Vadgam Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodiyal?
Ghodiyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodiyal?
The pincode of Ghodiyal is 385421.
What is the population of Ghodiyal?
Ghodiyal has a total population of 2,624, including 1,317 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Ghodiyal?
There are 554 households in Ghodiyal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodiyal is 65.09%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 53.48%.