Ganeshgadh - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Ganeshgadh is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ganeshgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshgadh is 516446. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.25 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ganeshgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshgadh
As per Census 2011, Ganeshgadh village has a total population of 1,202 people, consisting of 609 males and 593 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 900 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshgadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | 609 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 56 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 513 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 96 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshgadh
Ganeshgadh 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 Ganeshgadh
Ganeshgadh 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Ganeshgadh is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ganeshgadh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshgadh
Where is Ganeshgadh located?
Ganeshgadh village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshgadh?
Ganeshgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshgadh?
The pincode of Ganeshgadh is 364275.
What is the population of Ganeshgadh?
Ganeshgadh has a total population of 1,202, including 609 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshgadh?
There are 263 households in Ganeshgadh.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshgadh is 74.88%. Male literacy is 84.24% and female literacy is 65.26%.