Gurgadh - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gurgadh is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Kalyanpur and around 125 km from Jamnagar. Gurgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurgadh is 513948. The village covers a total geographical area of 5454.35 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gurgadh 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 Gurgadh
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgadh village had a total population of 1,852 people, including 907 males and 945 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.31%, with male literacy at 71.24% and female literacy at 43.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 1,852 | 907 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 163 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 530 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 377 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Gurgadh
Gurgadh 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 Gurgadh
Public transport in the Gurgadh 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 Gurgadh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gurgadh is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurgadh
Where is Gurgadh located?
Gurgadh village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgadh?
Gurgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurgadh?
The pincode of Gurgadh is 361315.
What is the population of Gurgadh?
Gurgadh had a total population of 1,852, including 907 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Gurgadh?
Gurgadh had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurgadh was 57.31%. Male literacy was 71.24% and female literacy was 43.56%.