Hoidad - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Hoidad is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Hoidad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hoidad is 516306. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.07 hectares and falls under the 364070 pincode. Ghogha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hoidad 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 Hoidad
As per Census 2011, Hoidad village has a total population of 1,058 people, consisting of 563 males and 495 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hoidad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,058 | 563 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 450 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 113 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Hoidad
Hoidad 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 Hoidad
Public transport in the Hoidad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hoidad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghogha to Hoidad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Hoidad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hoidad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hoidad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hoidad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hoidad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hoidad
Where is Hoidad located?
Hoidad village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hoidad?
Hoidad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hoidad?
The pincode of Hoidad is 364070.
What is the population of Hoidad?
Hoidad has a total population of 1,058, including 563 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Hoidad?
There are 173 households in Hoidad.
What is the literacy rate in Hoidad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hoidad is 71.46%. Male literacy is 79.93% and female literacy is 61.82%.