Gadu

Gadu is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gadu village is also a gram panchayat.

Gadu has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadu is 514047. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360590. Bhanvad is nearest town to Gadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gadu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gadu

Below is a concise population overview of Gadu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,079 1,038 1,041
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 246 126 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,309 724 585
Illiterate Population 770 314 456

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadu village:

  • The total population of Gadu village is around 2,079, including approximately 1,038 males and 1,041 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Gadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gadu village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gadu village is about 62.96%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 56.20%.
  • There are around 422 households in Gadu village.

Connectivity of Gadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadu. As per the 2011 stats, Gadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gadu

Knowing the nearby villages of Gadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gadu

Where is Gadu located?
Gadu village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadu?
Gadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gadu?
The pincode of Gadu is 360590, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadu is 2,079, with 1,038 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Gadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gadu village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadu is 62.96%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 56.20%.