Gadhula
Gadhula is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gadhula village is also a gram panchayat.
Gadhula has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gadhula
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadhula is 516336. The village spans a total geographical area of 647.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Gadhula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gadhula village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gadhula
Population of Gadhula
Below is a concise population overview of Gadhula as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,730 | 862 | 868 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,060 | 594 | 466 |
Illiterate Population | 670 | 268 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadhula village:
- The total population of Gadhula village is around 1,730, including approximately 862 males and 868 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Gadhula village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gadhula village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gadhula village is about 61.27%, with male literacy at 68.91% and female literacy at 53.69%.
- There are around 329 households in Gadhula village.
Connectivity of Gadhula
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadhula. As per the 2011 stats, Gadhula had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadhula
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadhula helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadhula.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadhula
- Where is Gadhula located?
- Gadhula village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadhula?
- Gadhula serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gadhula?
- The pincode of Gadhula is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadhula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadhula is 1,730, with 862 males and 868 females.
- How many households are there in Gadhula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadhula village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadhula as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadhula is 61.27%. The male literacy rate is 68.91%, while the female literacy rate is 53.69%.