Gangdi - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gangdi is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Kalyanpur and around 119 km from Jamnagar. Gangdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangdi is 513999. The village covers a total geographical area of 1704.58 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Porbandar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gangdi 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 Gangdi
According to the 2011 Census, Gangdi village had a total population of 1,718 people, including 870 males and 848 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.69%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 1,718 | 870 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 607 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 263 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Gangdi
Gangdi 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 Gangdi
Public transport in the Gangdi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gangdi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gangdi is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangdi 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 Gangdi
Where is Gangdi located?
Gangdi village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangdi?
Gangdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangdi?
The pincode of Gangdi is 361315.
What is the population of Gangdi?
Gangdi had a total population of 1,718, including 870 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Gangdi?
Gangdi had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangdi was 69.69%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 59.46%.