Gandhvi - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gandhvi is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Kalyanpur and around 110 km from Jamnagar. Gandhvi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhvi is 514000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1686.79 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Porbandar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gandhvi 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 Gandhvi
As per Census 2011, Gandhvi village has a total population of 2,595 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,257 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,235 literate and 1,360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhvi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,595 | 1,338 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 734 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 604 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhvi
Gandhvi 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 Gandhvi
Public transport in the Gandhvi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Porbandar to Gandhvi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gandhvi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhvi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandhvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhvi 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 Gandhvi
Where is Gandhvi located?
Gandhvi village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhvi?
Gandhvi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandhvi?
The pincode of Gandhvi is 361315.
What is the population of Gandhvi?
Gandhvi has a total population of 2,595, including 1,338 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Gandhvi?
There are 462 households in Gandhvi.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhvi is 47.59%. Male literacy is 54.86% and female literacy is 39.86%.