Ghantarvala - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Ghantarvala is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ghantarvala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantarvala is 516609. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.48 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghantarvala 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 Ghantarvala
As per Census 2011, Ghantarvala village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 884 males and 856 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,008 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantarvala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 884 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 138 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 581 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 303 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantarvala
Ghantarvala 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 Ghantarvala
Ghantarvala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ghantarvala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ghantarvala is about 72 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 Ghantarvala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantarvala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghantarvala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantarvala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghantarvala
Where is Ghantarvala located?
Ghantarvala village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantarvala?
Ghantarvala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghantarvala?
The pincode of Ghantarvala is 364145.
What is the population of Ghantarvala?
Ghantarvala has a total population of 1,740, including 884 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Ghantarvala?
There are 305 households in Ghantarvala.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantarvala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantarvala is 57.93%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 49.88%.