Ghantvad - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Ghantvad is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Kodinar and around 120 km from Junagadh. Ghantvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantvad is 515102. The village covers a total geographical area of 3010.22 hectares and falls under the 362710 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ghantvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantvad
As per Census 2011, Ghantvad village has a total population of 6,370 people, consisting of 3,215 males and 3,155 females. The village has 1,173 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 850 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,657 literate and 2,713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantvad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,370 | 3,215 | 3,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 451 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,429 | 698 | 731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,657 | 2,131 | 1,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,713 | 1,084 | 1,629 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantvad
Ghantvad 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 Ghantvad
Ghantvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ghantvad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Ghantvad is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ghantvad is about 120 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 Ghantvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghantvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantvad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghantvad
Where is Ghantvad located?
Ghantvad village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantvad?
Ghantvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghantvad?
The pincode of Ghantvad is 362710.
What is the population of Ghantvad?
Ghantvad has a total population of 6,370, including 3,215 males and 3,155 females.
How many households are there in Ghantvad?
There are 1,173 households in Ghantvad.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantvad is 57.41%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 48.37%.