Giyod - Gandhinagar
Giyod is a village situated in the Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Gandhinagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Giyod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giyod is 511256. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.34 hectares and falls under the 382321 pincode. Gandhinagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Giyod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhinagar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmedabad East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giyod
As per Census 2011, Giyod village has a total population of 2,298 people, consisting of 1,185 males and 1,113 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,710 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giyod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,298 | 1,185 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 145 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,710 | 951 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 234 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Giyod
Giyod 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 Giyod
Giyod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Giyod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandhinagar to Giyod is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giyod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giyod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Giyod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giyod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Giyod
Where is Giyod located?
Giyod village is located in Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giyod?
Giyod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Giyod?
The pincode of Giyod is 382321.
What is the population of Giyod?
Giyod has a total population of 2,298, including 1,185 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Giyod?
There are 515 households in Giyod.
What is the literacy rate in Giyod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giyod is 74.41%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 68.19%.