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.

Here you can discover what makes Gadhula unique in its vibrant Sihor-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Gadhula’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Gadhula

According to the 2011 Census, Gadhula has a total population of about 1,730, with approximately 862 males and 868 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.27%, with male literacy at about 68.91% and female literacy near 53.69%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadhula's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.