Gadhesar - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Gadhesar is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gadhesar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhesar is 516652. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.66 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gadhesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhesar
As per Census 2011, Gadhesar village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 864 males and 853 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadhesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 864 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 175 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 471 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 393 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhesar
Gadhesar 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 Gadhesar
Public transport in the Gadhesar 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 Gadhesar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gadhesar is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadhesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhesar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadhesar
Where is Gadhesar located?
Gadhesar village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhesar?
Gadhesar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhesar?
The pincode of Gadhesar is 364130.
What is the population of Gadhesar?
Gadhesar has a total population of 1,717, including 864 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Gadhesar?
There are 279 households in Gadhesar.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhesar is 46.24%. Male literacy is 54.51% and female literacy is 37.87%.