Gadu - Bhanvad, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gadu is a village situated in the Bhanvad taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhanvad and around 94 km from Jamnagar. Gadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadu is 514047. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.46 hectares and falls under the 360590 pincode. Bhanvad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadu
As per Census 2011, Gadu village has a total population of 2,079 people, consisting of 1,038 males and 1,041 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,309 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,079 | 1,038 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 724 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 314 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Gadu
Gadu 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 Gadu
Public transport in the Gadu 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 Bhanvad to Gadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gadu is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadu 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 Gadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadu 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 Gadu
Where is Gadu located?
Gadu village is located in Bhanvad Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadu?
Gadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadu?
The pincode of Gadu is 360590.
What is the population of Gadu?
Gadu has a total population of 2,079, including 1,038 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Gadu?
There are 422 households in Gadu.
What is the literacy rate in Gadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadu is 62.96%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 56.20%.