Garibpura - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Garibpura is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Garibpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garibpura is 516332. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.88 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garibpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garibpura
According to the 2011 Census, Garibpura village had a total population of 2,187 people, including 1,118 males and 1,069 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 59.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,118 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 186 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 797 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 321 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Garibpura
Garibpura 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 Garibpura
Public transport in the Garibpura 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 Talaja to Garibpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Garibpura 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 Garibpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garibpura 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 Garibpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garibpura 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garibpura
Where is Garibpura located?
Garibpura village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garibpura?
Garibpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garibpura?
The pincode of Garibpura is 364120.
What is the population of Garibpura?
Garibpura had a total population of 2,187, including 1,118 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Garibpura?
Garibpura had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garibpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garibpura was 72.70%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 59.47%.