Ghelda
Ghelda is a village located in Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Jamjodhapur (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghelda village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghelda 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 Ghelda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghelda is 514102. The village spans a total geographical area of 929.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360515. Jamjodhpur is nearest town to Ghelda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghelda 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 Jamjodhpur 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.
Google Map of Ghelda
Population of Ghelda
Below is a concise population overview of Ghelda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 866 | 443 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 559 | 323 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 120 | 187 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghelda village:
- The total population of Ghelda village is around 866, including approximately 443 males and 423 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Ghelda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Ghelda village is about 64.55%, with male literacy at 72.91% and female literacy at 55.79%.
- There are around 165 households in Ghelda village.
Connectivity of Ghelda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghelda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghelda 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 Ghelda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghelda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghelda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghelda
- Where is Ghelda located?
- Ghelda village is situated in Jamjodhpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghelda?
- Ghelda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghelda?
- The pincode of Ghelda is 360515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghelda is 866, with 443 males and 423 females.
- How many households are there in Ghelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghelda village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghelda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghelda is 64.55%. The male literacy rate is 72.91%, while the female literacy rate is 55.79%.