Ghantiya - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Ghantiya is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Sutrapada and around 93 km from Junagadh. Ghantiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantiya is 515061. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.84 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghantiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantiya
As per Census 2011, Ghantiya village has a total population of 3,296 people, consisting of 1,700 males and 1,596 females. The village has 614 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,302 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,296 | 1,700 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 211 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 226 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,302 | 1,324 | 978 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 376 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantiya
Ghantiya 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 Ghantiya
Ghantiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kodinar to Ghantiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ghantiya is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghantiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantiya
Where is Ghantiya located?
Ghantiya village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantiya?
Ghantiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghantiya?
The pincode of Ghantiya is 362268.
What is the population of Ghantiya?
Ghantiya has a total population of 3,296, including 1,700 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Ghantiya?
There are 614 households in Ghantiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantiya is 69.84%. Male literacy is 77.88% and female literacy is 61.28%.