Gadhka - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gadhka is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalyanpur and around 165 km from Jamnagar. Gadhka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhka is 513956. The village covers a total geographical area of 3275.35 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gadhka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhka
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhka village had a total population of 6,306 people, including 3,197 males and 3,109 females, living in 1,132 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.66%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 53.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,306 | 3,197 | 3,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 823 | 417 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,600 | 2,142 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,706 | 1,055 | 1,651 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhka
Gadhka 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 Gadhka
Public transport in the Gadhka 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 Khambhalia to Gadhka is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gadhka is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhka 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 Gadhka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadhka
Where is Gadhka located?
Gadhka village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhka?
Gadhka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhka?
The pincode of Gadhka is 361320.
What is the population of Gadhka?
Gadhka had a total population of 6,306, including 3,197 males and 3,109 females.
How many households are there in Gadhka?
Gadhka had 1,132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhka was 65.66%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 53.94%.