Gadhula - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Gadhula is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gadhula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhula is 516336. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.09 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gadhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhula
As per Census 2011, Gadhula village has a total population of 1,730 people, consisting of 862 males and 868 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadhula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 594 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 268 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhula
Gadhula 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 Gadhula
Gadhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gadhula has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Gadhula is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gadhula is about 47 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 Gadhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gadhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gadhula
Where is Gadhula located?
Gadhula village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhula?
Gadhula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhula?
The pincode of Gadhula is 364230.
What is the population of Gadhula?
Gadhula has a total population of 1,730, including 862 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Gadhula?
There are 329 households in Gadhula.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhula is 61.27%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 53.69%.