Gaga - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gaga is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Kalyanpur and around 116 km from Jamnagar. Gaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaga is 513949. The village covers a total geographical area of 8203.15 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gaga 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 Gaga
As per Census 2011, Gaga village has a total population of 3,046 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,480 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,650 literate and 1,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,046 | 1,566 | 1,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 250 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,650 | 985 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 581 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Gaga
Gaga 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 Gaga
Gaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dwarka to Gaga is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gaga is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaga 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 Gaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaga
Where is Gaga located?
Gaga village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaga?
Gaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaga?
The pincode of Gaga is 361315.
What is the population of Gaga?
Gaga has a total population of 3,046, including 1,566 males and 1,480 females.
How many households are there in Gaga?
There are 585 households in Gaga.
What is the literacy rate in Gaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaga is 54.17%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 44.93%.