Gangda - Una, Gir Somnath
Gangda is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Una and around 175 km from Junagadh. Gangda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangda is 515323. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388.97 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gangda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangda
As per Census 2011, Gangda village has a total population of 3,236 people, consisting of 1,613 males and 1,623 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,687 literate and 1,549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,236 | 1,613 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 212 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 249 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 1,687 | 1,008 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,549 | 605 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Gangda
Gangda 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 Gangda
Gangda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gangda.
| 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 Una to Gangda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Gangda is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gangda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangda 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 Gangda
Where is Gangda located?
Gangda village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangda?
Gangda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangda?
The pincode of Gangda is 362560.
What is the population of Gangda?
Gangda has a total population of 3,236, including 1,613 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Gangda?
There are 615 households in Gangda.
What is the literacy rate in Gangda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangda is 52.13%. Male literacy is 62.49% and female literacy is 41.84%.